Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic TS3

Following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Panasonic TS3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was brought out 18 months after the TS3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SZ-16 iHS grades versus the TS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the TS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and TS3 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-16 iHS and TS3.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SZ-16 iHS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.