• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Olympus TG-4 advantages over Olympus TG-5

  • Fast startup
    ~1.00 vs 1.3 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    100 vs 21 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Olympus TG-5 advantages over Olympus TG-4

  • Less expensive
    $299 vs $379
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Slower slow-motion
    480 fps vs 240 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.54 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Less shutter lag
    0.17 vs 0.26 sec
    Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    20.0 fps vs 5.1 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Waterproof
    Both provide
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in GPS
    Both provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Rugged and waterproof camera body; RAW image capture; fast f/2.0 maximum aperture; fun shooting modes; fast AF speeds for its class.

  • Heavy noise reduction, even at base ISO; no continuous RAW image capture; underwhelming video performance.

The Competition

Compared to Olympus TG-2

Olympus TG-4
Olympus TG-2
  • $379
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More dots on screen
Olympus TG-5
Olympus TG-2
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Fast startup
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Olympus TG-4
Ricoh WG-4 GPS
  • $379
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • RAW file ability
  • $380
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoots 60p video
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
Olympus TG-5
Ricoh WG-4 GPS
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Focus peaking
  • $380
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compared to Olympus TG-3

Olympus TG-4
Olympus TG-3
  • $379
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Manual focus
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
Olympus TG-5
Olympus TG-3
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compared to Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Olympus TG-4
Ricoh WG-5 GPS
  • $379
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • RAW file ability
  • $297
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Shoots 60p video
Olympus TG-5
Ricoh WG-5 GPS
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $297
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Faster shutter

Compared to Olympus TG-6

Olympus TG-4
Olympus TG-6
  • $379
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $459
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Slower slow-motion
Olympus TG-5
Olympus TG-6
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $459
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Fast startup
  • Newer
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