Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F
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Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2017
- Superseded the Olympus TG-4
- Renewed by Olympus TG-6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Launched December 2012
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung EX2F, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-5 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe TG-5 was launched 4 years later than the EX2F and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-5 grades vs the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Samsung EX2F
TG-5 | EX2F | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | December 2012 | More recent by 54 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 0k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Olympus TG-5
EX2F | TG-5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Samsung EX2F
TG-5 | EX2F | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung EX2F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-5 versus the EX2F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-5 and EX2F is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-5 and EX2F.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The TG-5 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The fresher TG-5 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-5 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Samsung EX2F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2017-05-17 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 lb) | 294g (0.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $449 | $478 |