Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2017
- Superseded the Olympus TG-4
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-6
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Increase to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-5 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TG-5 was released 8 years later than the FS42 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-5 matches up vs the FS42 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Panasonic FS42 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Panasonic FS42
| TG-5 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2017 |  | April 2009 | Fresher by 99 months |
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Olympus TG-5
| FS42 | TG-5 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic FS42
| TG-5 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-5 features outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-5 against the FS42.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and FS42 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-5 and FS42.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-5 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus TG-5 will show more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger TG-5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FS42 Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 |
| Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2017-05-17 | 2009-04-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic VIII | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 1000 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 6.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 250 gr (0.55 lb) | 132 gr (0.29 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 340 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $449 | $580 |
