Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-3

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was brought out 4 years prior to the TG-3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the TG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-10 against the TG-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-10 and TG-3 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and TG-3.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-3 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SZ-10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.