Olympus E-30 vs Panasonic TS3

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-30 versus Panasonic TS3, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-30 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty close but the E-30 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-30 was introduced 3 years prior to the TS3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-30 matches up versus the TS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-30 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-30 enjoys external dimensions of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") having a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-30 versus Panasonic TS3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the E-30 against the TS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-30 and TS3 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-30 and TS3.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-30 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier. The older E-30 will be behind in sensor technology.