Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3
88 Imaging
40 Features
50 Overall
44
![Olympus SZ-15 front Olympus SZ-15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SZ-15/Olympus-SZ-15-front.jpg)
![Olympus Tough TG-3 front Olympus Tough TG-3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Tough-TG-3/Olympus-TG-3-front.jpg)
90 Imaging
40 Features
46 Overall
42
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Released March 2014
- Updated by Olympus TG-4
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tiktok-218x150.jpg)
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
The SZ-15 was manufactured 9 months before the TG-3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-15 matches up against the TG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/No-Surprise-Pentax-17-Pre-Orders-218x150.jpg)
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Olympus TG-3
SZ-15 | TG-3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Olympus SZ-15
TG-3 | SZ-15 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | March 2014 | ![]() | June 2013 | Fresher by 9 months |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus TG-3
SZ-15 | TG-3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 offers outside dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Olympus TG-3 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-15 vs the TG-3.
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 size comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and TG-3 is 88 and 90 respectively.
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 top view buttons comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and TG-3.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-15 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 sensor size comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-15-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/samsung-evo-microsd-cards-featur-218x150.jpg)
Street Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
Sports Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Approach-to-AI-Generated-Content-218x150.jpg)
Travel Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LP3_cut_13f_0212-218x150.jpg)
Landscape Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
Vlogging Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/snapchat-218x150.jpg)
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | LCD | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 lbs) | 247g (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $200 | $350 |