Canon SX700 HS vs Olympus TG-3

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX700 HS and Olympus TG-3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was introduced within a month of the TG-3 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX700 HS matches up versus the TG-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Olympus Tough TG-3. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS has got exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and 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).

Check the Canon SX700 HS and Olympus TG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX700 HS against the TG-3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and TG-3 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and TG-3.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.