Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FX78

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FX78, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was introduced 12 months before the FX78 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Tough-3000 scores versus the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are available at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus Tough-3000 has outside dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FX78 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Tough-3000 compared to the FX78.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Tough-3000 and FX78 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Tough-3000 and FX78.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The older Tough-3000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.