Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was announced 13 months later than the Tough-3000 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-610UZ scores vs the Tough-3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ & Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys outer dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the Tough-3000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and Tough-3000 is 79 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and Tough-3000.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SP-610UZ to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer SP-610UZ provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.