Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2
90 Imaging
38 Features
51 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push 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
- Old Model is Olympus TG-4
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Superseded the Panasonic TS1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS3
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TG-5 was manufactured 7 years after the TS2 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the TG-5 scores vs the TS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Panasonic TS2
TG-5 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | January 2010 | More modern by 89 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Olympus TG-5
TS2 | TG-5 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic TS2
TG-5 | TS2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-5 has outside dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the TG-5 against the TS2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and TS2 is 90 and 93 respectively.
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-5 and TS2.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS2 to give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent TG-5 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2017-05-17 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VIII | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | 340 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $449 | $350 |