Olympus Tough TG-3 vs Olympus E-5

Olympus Tough TG-3

Camera summary

The Olympus Tough TG-3, made by Olympus, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on March 31, 2014.

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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.

Olympus E-5

Camera summary

The Olympus E-5, made by Olympus, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Feb. 3, 2011.

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Predecessor

This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Olympus Tough TG-3, with advanced features and improved performance.

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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.