Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung HZ15W

Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung HZ15W, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was unveiled 8 years after the HZ15W which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-5 matches up against the HZ15W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-5 offers outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-5 versus the HZ15W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and HZ15W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and HZ15W.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.