Nikon Coolpix W300 vs. Olympus TG-5.
Jun 2, 2017 21:54:09 #
YNY
Loc: Youngstown NY (Western New York)
New to Ugly Hedgehog but more about me later in a more appropriate forum. Looking for a graduation gift for my son (B. Eng. Naval Architecture with license, SUNY Maritime College). His job may involve some travel and marine related work. On weekends he crews on the 12 meter Freedom which won the America's cup in 1980. I am considering Nikon Coolpix W300 (just released) or Olympus TG-5 (to be released this month). Both of these are very new but look like ideal for use on a sailboat and for traveling. Any recommendations or thoughts would be helpful. Thank you for your help.
Jun 3, 2017 03:56:40 #
I would opt for the Olympus TG-5, an up grade from the previous tried and tested model.
Has a new tried and tested sensor.
Sadly, Nikon are having quite a few quality issues at the moment.
Has a new tried and tested sensor.
Sadly, Nikon are having quite a few quality issues at the moment.
Jun 3, 2017 06:51:36 #
YNY wrote:
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Try some comparison sites and reviews. I think either one would be fine.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
Jun 3, 2017 09:24:46 #
YNY wrote:
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I don't think the Nikon W300 has been released, only announced.
Both cameras seem pretty much the same, but the TG-5 shoots in both RAW and jpg while the W300 only shoots in jpg. For that reason I think the TG-5 is the better choice.
Jun 3, 2017 09:40:16 #
Mac wrote:
I don't think the Nikon W300 has been released, only announced.
Right. Available for pre-order.
https://www.adorama.com/inkcpw300y.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwvMnJBRCO2NSu-Puc6AUSJAAf-OSUiWoq3JMqnCBzUUDNLkbHYXYQeCfoumEvekvAtaRtChoCdFLw_wcB
I wonder why more cameras aren't able to shoot raw. I can't see it being a big expense or a technical problem. I could understand if there were an upscale W300 that shot NEF, but there isn't.
Jun 3, 2017 09:49:23 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Right. Available for pre-order.
https://www.adorama.com/inkcpw300y.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwvMnJBRCO2NSu-Puc6AUSJAAf-OSUiWoq3JMqnCBzUUDNLkbHYXYQeCfoumEvekvAtaRtChoCdFLw_wcB
I wonder why more cameras aren't able to shoot raw. I can't see it being a big expense or a technical problem. I could understand if there were an upscale W300 that shot NEF, but there isn't.
https://www.adorama.com/inkcpw300y.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwvMnJBRCO2NSu-Puc6AUSJAAf-OSUiWoq3JMqnCBzUUDNLkbHYXYQeCfoumEvekvAtaRtChoCdFLw_wcB
I wonder why more cameras aren't able to shoot raw. I can't see it being a big expense or a technical problem. I could understand if there were an upscale W300 that shot NEF, but there isn't.
I don't understand that either. The W300 isn't a cheapie camera for kids to lose on the beach.
Jun 3, 2017 09:50:39 #
Mac wrote:
I don't understand that either. The W300 isn't a cheapie camera for kids to lose on the beach.
Right. If one camera shoots only JPEGs and another, for a similar price, shoots raw, it's an easy choice.
Jun 3, 2017 10:37:03 #
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