Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FX90

Following is a detailed review of the Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic FX90, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was launched 19 months prior to the FX90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Tough-3000 grades vs the FX90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus Tough-3000 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Tough-3000 against the FX90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Tough-3000 and FX90 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Tough-3000 and FX90.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Tough-3000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.