Olympus TG-5 vs Sigma fp L

Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-5 vs Sigma fp L, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the TG-5 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-5 was unveiled 4 years prior to the fp L which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-5 grades versus the fp L with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-5 features outside measurements 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 Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-5 and the fp L.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and fp L.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-5 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will offer you extra detail having an extra 49 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged TG-5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.