Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5N
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Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Released January 2016
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-860
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Launched October 2011
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Below is a complete assessment of the Olympus TG-870 and Sony NEX-5N, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is fairly close but the TG-870 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-870 was unveiled 4 years later than the NEX-5N and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-870 scores versus the NEX-5N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5N Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-870 Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Sony NEX-5N
| TG-870 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2016 |  | October 2011 | More recent by 52 months |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Olympus TG-870
| NEX-5N | TG-870 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-870 and Sony NEX-5N
| TG-870 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-870 and Sony NEX-5N in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-870 compared to the NEX-5N.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-870 and NEX-5N is 91 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-870 and NEX-5N.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor measurements. The TG-870 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF harder. The more modern TG-870 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
| Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2016-01-06 | 2011-10-03 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens focal range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | - |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 921k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | - | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 12.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 221 gr (0.49 lbs) | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 77 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1079 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 pictures | 460 pictures |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | Li-50B | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $280 | $550 |