Olympus E-5 vs Olympus TG-3

Below, we are matching up the Olympus E-5 and Olympus TG-3, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-5 (12MP) and TG-3 (16MP) and the E-5 (Four Thirds) and TG-3 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-5 was unveiled 4 years before the TG-3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the E-5 grades vs the TG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-5 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-5 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-5 features exterior measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-5 and Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the E-5 against the TG-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-5 and TG-3 is 58 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-5 and TG-3.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-5 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus TG-3 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The older E-5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.