Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3
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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009
(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
- Revealed March 2014
- Refreshed by Olympus TG-4

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was revealed 5 years earlier than the TG-3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the S1000pj matches up vs the TG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Olympus Tough TG-3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Olympus TG-3
S1000pj | TG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Nikon S1000pj
TG-3 | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 56 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus TG-3
S1000pj | TG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj has got outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S1000pj and the TG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and TG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and TG-3.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-3 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2014-03-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | 247g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $289 | $350 |