Leica D-Lux 7 vs Olympus TG-3

Here is a extensive assessment of the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Olympus TG-3, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is very well matched but the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and TG-3 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The D-Lux 7 was brought out 4 years later than the TG-3 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica D-Lux 7 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D-Lux 7 matches up versus the TG-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux 7 & Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 7 features physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Olympus TG-3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-Lux 7 compared to the TG-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 7 and TG-3 is 81 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 7 and TG-3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 7 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica D-Lux 7 will give greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 7 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.