Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS60 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
- Earlier Model is Olympus TG-4
- Renewed by Olympus TG-6
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced January 2016
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Successor is Panasonic ZS70
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic ZS60, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TG-5 was revealed 17 months later than the ZS60 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-5 grades against the ZS60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Panasonic ZS60
TG-5 | ZS60 | |||
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Announced | May 2017 | January 2016 | More recent by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Olympus TG-5
ZS60 | TG-5 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic ZS60
TG-5 | ZS60 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-5 features exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic ZS60 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TG-5 vs the ZS60.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and ZS60 is 90 and 88 respectively.
Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and ZS60.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to offer extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern TG-5 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-05-17 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VIII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) | 282 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | 320 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $449 | $248 |