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Olympus E-5 vs Olympus Tough TG-3
Olympus E-5
Camera summary
The Olympus E-5, made by Olympus, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Feb. 3, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.7 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
1.1 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.9 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Olympus Tough TG-3, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Olympus Tough TG-3
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Olympus Tough TG-6, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Olympus Tough TG-6
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 870 shots per charge with the included BLM-5 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Olympus Tough TG-3
Camera summary
The Olympus Tough TG-3, made by Olympus, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on March 31, 2014.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
0.0 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
2.0 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.0 out of 5 stars
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Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Olympus E-5, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Olympus E-5
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264, Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 330 shots per charge with the included LI-92B battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage. This camera will be safe from the rain and splashes.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | No |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
No |
| Af selective | No |
No |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | No |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | 11 | - |
| Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Connectivity |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 21.6 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 10.5 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 519.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 56.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
No |
| Multi segment | Yes |
No |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
No |
General |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Feb. 3, 2011 | March 31, 2014 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
| brand | Olympus | Olympus |
| msrp | $499.99 | $218.00 |
| model | Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| Predecessor model | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
| Successor model | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Olympus E-5 |
Lense |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2× | - |
| Lens mount | Four Thirds | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
No |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Number of lenses | 47 | - |
Other features |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| GPS | - | Built-in |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
| Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II)/SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
No |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
No |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
| Flash range | 18.00 m (at ISO 200) | n/a |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 5.0 fps | 5.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 | 4 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
No |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| Battery life | 870 shots | 330 shots |
| Battery model | BLM-5 | LI-92B |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
Yes |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
Yes |
| Physical dimensions | 143 x 117 x 75mm | 112 x 66 x 31mm |
| Shock proof | No |
Yes |
| Water proof | No |
Yes |
| Weight | 800 grs | 247 grs |
Screen |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 920 | 460 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
No |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 16 |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
No |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Olympus E-5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | - |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |