Olympus E-PL3 vs Olympus TG-610

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PL3 and Olympus TG-610, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-PL3 (12MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PL3 (Four Thirds) and TG-610 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The E-PL3 was revealed 9 months after the TG-610 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E-PL3 grades versus the TG-610 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL3 & Olympus TG-610. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery & Olympus TG-610 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL3 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-610 has proportions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PL3 and Olympus TG-610 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the E-PL3 compared to the TG-610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL3 and TG-610 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL3 and TG-610.

All in all, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL3 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Olympus TG-610 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer E-PL3 will have an advantage in sensor technology.