Nikon S3500 vs Olympus TG-3

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S3500 and Olympus TG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was manufactured 13 months before the TG-3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S3500 grades vs the TG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3500 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus TG-3 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S3500 and Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S3500 and the TG-3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and TG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3500 and TG-3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S3500 to give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older S3500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.