Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus 8000

The following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Olympus 8000, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was released 7 months after the 8000 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Tough-3000 matches up versus the 8000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus Tough-3000 features physical dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus 8000 has specifications of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Olympus 8000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Tough-3000 against the 8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Tough-3000 and 8000 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Tough-3000 and 8000.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent Tough-3000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.