Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-3

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S9500 and Olympus TG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was launched 14 months prior to the TG-3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S9500 scores vs the TG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 has got external measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Nikon S9500 and Olympus TG-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S9500 versus the TG-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and TG-3 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9500 and TG-3.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S9500 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older S9500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.