Canon D10 vs Olympus TG-3

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon D10 versus Olympus TG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the D10 (12MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D10 was revealed 5 years prior to the TG-3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the D10 scores vs the TG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D10 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The full galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon D10 versus Olympus TG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the D10 against the TG-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D10 and TG-3 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D10 and TG-3.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-3 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged D10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.