Olympus TG-5 vs Sony W650
Portability
90 Imaging
38 Features
51 Overall
43
90 Imaging
38 Features
51 Overall
43
Portability
96 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
36
96 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
36
Olympus TG-5 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced May 2017
- Replaced the Olympus TG-4
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-6
Sony W650
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
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Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus TG-5 versus Sony W650, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-5 grades against the W650 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Sony W650
| TG-5 | W650 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2017 |  | January 2012 | More modern by 66 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Olympus TG-5
| W650 | TG-5 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Sony W650
| TG-5 | W650 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-5 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-5 offers physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-5 versus Sony W650 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-5 vs the W650.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and W650 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-5 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and W650.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony W650 to result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent TG-5 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus TG-5 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W650 Portrait photography highlights
has manual focus
includes face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
good resolution (16MP)
offers face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
weather proof
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
more heavy than competition (250 grams)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (124g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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high frames per second (20.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
good battery power (340 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
offers tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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good battery power (340 CIPA)
weather proof
flash built-in
quite wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
more heavy than competition (250g)
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
lighter than competitors in class (124g)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
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Olympus TG-5 Landscape photography features
Sony W650 Landscape photography features
has manual focus
quite wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
weather proof
good battery power (340 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
quite wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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quite wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external microphone support
more heavy than competition (250g)
quite wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
lighter than competitors in class (124g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
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Olympus TG-5 vs Sony W650 Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2017-05-17 | 2012-01-10 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic VIII | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 250g (0.55 pounds) | 124g (0.27 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 images | 220 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $449 | $140 |