Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5
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Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FP5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TG-320 was unveiled 13 months later than the FP5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-320 matches up vs the FP5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Panasonic FP5
TG-320 | FP5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | January 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Olympus TG-320
FP5 | TG-320 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic FP5
TG-320 | FP5 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-320 enjoys external measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FP5 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FP5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the TG-320 vs the FP5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and FP5 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-320 and FP5.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-320 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Olympus TG-320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus TG-320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lb) | 141 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $0 | $199 |