Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus TG-3

The following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus TG-3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was unveiled 4 years earlier than the TG-3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-30MR matches up vs the TG-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus Tough TG-3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus TG-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the TG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and TG-3 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and TG-3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-30MR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.