Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Superseded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Successor is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Updated by Olympus TG-4

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-610UZ was introduced 4 years prior to the TG-3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SP-610UZ matches up against the TG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus Tough TG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Olympus TG-3
SP-610UZ | TG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
TG-3 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 39 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-3
SP-610UZ | TG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-610UZ comes with outer measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the TG-3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and TG-3 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and TG-3.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-3 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 pounds) | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | 330 images |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $299 | $350 |