Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise 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
- Replaced the Olympus TG-4
- Updated by Olympus TG-6
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-5 was introduced 8 years later than the FZ28 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-5 matches up versus the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Panasonic FZ28
TG-5 | FZ28 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 102 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Olympus TG-5
FZ28 | TG-5 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic FZ28
TG-5 | FZ28 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-5 offers outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TG-5 against the FZ28.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-5 and FZ28 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-5 and FZ28.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-5 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern TG-5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2017-05-17 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 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/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $449 | $599 |