Clicky

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3

Portability
80
Imaging
39
Features
73
Overall
52
Fujifilm X30 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-3 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
  • 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
  • Launched August 2014
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X20
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
  • Launched March 2014
  • Successor is Olympus TG-4
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and TG-3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and TG-3 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

The Fujifilm X30 was manufactured 5 months later than the TG-3 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up vs the TG-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming
	
	

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Olympus TG-3

 Fujifilm X30 TG-3 
Manual focus More exact focusing
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution920k460kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Fujifilm X30

 TG-3 Fujifilm X30 

Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Olympus TG-3

 Fujifilm X30 TG-3 
LaunchedAugust 2014March 2014Same age
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 offers external dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Olympus TG-3 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the TG-3.

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and TG-3 is 80 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and TG-3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus TG-3 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X30 Portrait photography information
Olympus TG-3 Portrait photography information
47
you can focus manually
provides face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (2/3")
37
MP count decent (16MP)
provides face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Street Comparison

Fujifilm X30 Street photography information
Olympus TG-3 Street photography information
64
screen tilts up and down
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
sensor is very small (2/3")
heavier than competitors in class (423g)
59
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than others in class (247 grams)
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X30 Sports photography info
Olympus TG-3 Sports photography info
52
image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking autofocus
good battery (470 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (2/3")
47
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proof
good battery power (330 per charge)
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X30 Travel photography advice
Olympus TG-3 Travel photography advice
62
good battery (470 CIPA)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
heavier than competitors in class (423g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
74
good battery power (330 shots)
weather proof
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
more heavy than others in class (247g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X30
Landscape photography with Olympus TG-3
58
you can focus manually
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
good battery (470 CIPA)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (2/3")
56
rather wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
weather proof
good battery power (330 shots)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X30 Vlogging details
Olympus TG-3 Vlogging details
34
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external mic support
display isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competitors in class (423g)
34
rather wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no external microphone port
more heavy than others in class (247 grams)
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Fujifilm X30 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X30 and Olympus TG-3
 Fujifilm X30Olympus Tough TG-3
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model Fujifilm X30 Olympus Tough TG-3
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2014-08-26 2014-03-31
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II TruePic VII
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 2/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 8.8 x 6.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 58.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 49 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.0-2.8 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 4.1 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 920k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.65x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 12.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 H.264, Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 423g (0.93 lbs) 247g (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 470 shots 330 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-95 LI-92B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $499 $350