Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10 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
- Released May 2017
- Older Model is Olympus TG-4
- Replacement is Olympus TG-6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Released August 2010

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-5 versus Panasonic G10, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the G10 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-5 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

The TG-5 was launched 6 years after the G10 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-5 matches up against the G10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Panasonic G10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Panasonic G10
TG-5 | G10 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 83 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Olympus TG-5
G10 | TG-5 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic G10
TG-5 | G10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-5 provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic G10 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-5 versus Panasonic G10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-5 compared to the G10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and G10 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-5 and G10.
Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The TG-5 has the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower DOF tougher. The younger TG-5 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic G10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-05-17 | 2010-08-09 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VIII | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 lbs) | 388 gr (0.86 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 411 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | 380 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $449 | $550 |