Canon G12 vs Olympus TG-3

Lets look much closer at the Canon G12 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 image resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and TG-3 (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and TG-3 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G12 was introduced 4 years before the TG-3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G12 scores vs the TG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G12 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 has outside measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G12 versus Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G12 compared to the TG-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and TG-3 is 83 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G12 and TG-3.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G12 using its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus TG-3 will give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged G12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.