Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched January 2016
- Replaced the Olympus TG-860
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2013
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5R
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-870 versus Sony NEX-5T, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively similar but the TG-870 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TG-870 was announced 2 years later than the NEX-5T and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-870 matches up versus the NEX-5T with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Sony NEX-5T
TG-870 | NEX-5T | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | August 2013 | Fresher by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Olympus TG-870
NEX-5T | TG-870 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-870 and Sony NEX-5T
TG-870 | NEX-5T | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-870 versus Sony NEX-5T in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-870 compared to the NEX-5T.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and NEX-5T is 91 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-870 and NEX-5T.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The TG-870 uses the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier. The younger TG-870 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-870 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-01-06 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 pounds) | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 330 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $280 | $400 |