Olympus 5010 vs Olympus TG-3

Here, we are comparing the Olympus 5010 vs Olympus TG-3, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the TG-3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 5010 matches up vs the TG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The full galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 5010 has external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 5010 vs Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 5010 vs the TG-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and TG-3 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 5010 and TG-3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-3 to give greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 5010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.