FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus TG-3
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix JX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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

FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm JX350 versus Olympus TG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the JX350 (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JX350 was released 4 years earlier than the TG-3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the JX350 matches up versus the TG-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX350 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX350 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX350 over the Olympus TG-3
JX350 | TG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the FujiFilm JX350
TG-3 | JX350 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 39 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX350 and Olympus TG-3
JX350 | TG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX350 comes with physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JX350 versus Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the JX350 against the TG-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX350 and TG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX350 and TG-3.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged JX350 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX350 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX350 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Also called | FinePix JX355 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
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 pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 file format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $350 |