Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-3

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-3, both Waterproof cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the S32 (1/3") and TG-3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The S32 was introduced at a similar time to the TG-3 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S32 matches up versus the TG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Olympus Tough TG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 has got physical measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S32 compared to the TG-3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S32 and TG-3 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and TG-3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S32 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Olympus TG-3 will provide more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.