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FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-3 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix AX355
Olympus TG-3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
  • Announced March 2014
  • Replacement is Olympus TG-4
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview

Following is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm AX350 versus Olympus TG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was launched 4 years prior to the TG-3 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the AX350 matches up against the TG-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Olympus TG-3

 AX350 TG-3 

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the FujiFilm AX350

 TG-3 AX350 
AnnouncedMarch 2014January 2011More modern by 39 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Olympus TG-3

 AX350 TG-3 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm AX350 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus TG-3 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AX350 versus Olympus TG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the AX350 versus the TG-3.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and TG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and TG-3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos though you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged AX350 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography information
Olympus TG-3 Portrait photography information
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sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
37
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography advice
Olympus TG-3 Street photography advice
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than average in class (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography factors
Olympus TG-3 Sports photography factors
30
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery (180 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
47
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
great battery pack (330 CIPA)
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AX350
Travel photography with Olympus TG-3
56
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse recording
low battery (180 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
74
great battery pack (330 per charge)
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
heavier than average in class (247 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus TG-3 as a Landscape photography camera
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sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
low battery (180 shots)
no Time Lapse recording
56
pretty wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
great battery pack (330 CIPA)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Vlogging factors
Olympus TG-3 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
34
pretty wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than average in class (247g)
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Olympus TG-3
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Olympus Tough TG-3
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Olympus Tough TG-3
Also called as FinePix AX355 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2011-01-05 2014-03-31
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - TruePic VII
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Peak resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-165mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264, Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lb) 247 grams (0.54 lb)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 photos 330 photos
Style of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery model - LI-92B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $0 $350