Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus TG-3

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus E-PL7 versus Olympus TG-3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is pretty close but the E-PL7 (Four Thirds) and TG-3 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The E-PL7 was launched 6 months later than the TG-3 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-PL7 matches up against the TG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL7 comes with exterior measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has sizing 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 Olympus E-PL7 versus Olympus TG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the E-PL7 and the TG-3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL7 and TG-3 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL7 and TG-3.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PL7 has got the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh simpler.