Nikon A900 vs Olympus TG-3

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon A900 and Olympus TG-3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A900 was released 24 months after the TG-3 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A900 matches up against the TG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Olympus Tough TG-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon A900 comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the A900 compared to the TG-3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and TG-3 is 88 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and TG-3.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon A900 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer A900 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.