Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus TG-320

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus PEN-F versus Olympus TG-320, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and TG-320 (14MP) and the PEN-F (Four Thirds) and TG-320 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The PEN-F was announced 4 years later than the TG-320 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the PEN-F grades against the TG-320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN-F and Olympus TG-320. The whole galleries are available at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus PEN-F comes with exterior dimensions of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Olympus TG-320 has measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Olympus PEN-F versus Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the PEN-F against the TG-320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PEN-F and TG-320 is 84 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the PEN-F and TG-320.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The PEN-F with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus PEN-F will provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher PEN-F is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.