Nikon L19 vs Olympus TG-3

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon L19 and Olympus TG-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and TG-3 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and TG-3 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The L19 was released 6 years before the TG-3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the L19 grades vs the TG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Olympus Tough TG-3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L19 features external dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L19 and Olympus TG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the L19 and the TG-3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and TG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and TG-3.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The L19 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Olympus TG-3 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older L19 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.