Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax K-5
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Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax K-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 224g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Renewed by Olympus TG-870
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Released December 2010
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-7
- Replacement is Pentax K-5 IIs
Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax K-5 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-860 and Pentax K-5, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the TG-860 (1/2.3") and K-5 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-860 was brought out 4 years later than the K-5 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-860 matches up vs the K-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax K-5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Pentax K-5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-860 over the Pentax K-5
TG-860 | K-5 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | December 2010 | More recent by 51 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 over the Olympus TG-860
K-5 | TG-860 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-860 and Pentax K-5
TG-860 | K-5 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax K-5 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-860 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-860 and Pentax K-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-860 against the K-5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-860 and K-5 is 91 and 60 respectively.
Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax K-5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-860 and K-5.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The TG-860 has the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field tougher. The more modern TG-860 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax K-5 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 | Pentax K-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 | Pentax K-5 |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2015-02-06 | 2010-12-18 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 224g (0.49 lbs) | 740g (1.63 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1162 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 980 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $279 | $800 |