Canon N vs Olympus TG-3

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon N and Olympus TG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the N (12MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The N was introduced 14 months before the TG-3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the N grades versus the TG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon N enjoys outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the N and the TG-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the N and TG-3 is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the N and TG-3.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus TG-3 to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged N will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.