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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3

Portability
94 Imaging
35 Features
26 Overall
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Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
Portability
94 Imaging
36 Features
26 Overall
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs

Olympus Tough-3000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Additionally referred to as mju Tough 3000
Panasonic ZR3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Panasonic ZR3, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was introduced about the same time to the ZR3 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Tough-3000 matches up vs the ZR3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Panasonic ZR3

		

		

			
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Olympus Tough-3000

		

		

			
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Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic ZR3

		

		

			
 Tough-3000 ZR3 
RevealedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar age
Manual focus  Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display sizing
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen  Neither features selfie screen
Touch display  Neither features Touch display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus Tough-3000 enjoys exterior 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 Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Panasonic ZR3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Tough-3000 vs the ZR3.
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Tough-3000 and ZR3 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Tough-3000 and ZR3.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZR3 to offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.
	
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Olympus Tough-3000 as a Portrait photography camera
 Panasonic ZR3 as a Portrait photography camera
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 no manual focus
 lack of manual exposure
 cannot use external flash
 low resolution (12MP)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 has no RAW support
28
 megapixel count decent (14MP)
 focusing manually not possible
 no manual control
 no external flash support
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no RAW files
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Street Comparison
Olympus Tough-3000 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZR3 Street photography highlights
62
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 environment sealing
 no articulating screen
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 has no RAW support
56
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 fixed screen
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no RAW files
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Sports Comparison
 Olympus Tough-3000 as a Sports photography camera
 Panasonic ZR3 as a Sports photography camera
36
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 offers tracking focus
 environment sealing
 slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
 no shutter priority
 low resolution (12MP)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 has no phase detect auto focus
36
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 megapixel count decent (14MP)
 features tracking autofocus
 low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
 slow fps (2.0 fps)
 no shutter priority mode
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Olympus Tough-3000 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZR3 Travel photography factors
61
 environment sealing
 has built in flash
 decently wide (28mm)
 does not have Time Lapse recording
 low resolution (12 megapixels)
 display is not selfie friendly
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
64
 megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
 flash built-in
 rather wide (25mm)
 lack of Time Lapse mode
 doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
 slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison
 Olympus Tough-3000 as a Landscape photography camera
 Panasonic ZR3 as a Landscape photography camera
35
 decently wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 environment sealing
 no manual focus
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
 screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
 lack of manual exposure
 low resolution (12 megapixels)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 has no RAW support
 does not have Time Lapse recording
37
 rather wide (25mm)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 megapixel count decent (14MP)
 focusing manually not possible
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
 tiny screen (2.7 inches)
 no manual control
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no RAW files
 lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
Olympus Tough-3000 Vlogging features
Panasonic ZR3 Vlogging features
28
 decently wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
 display is not selfie friendly
 video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
 does not have mic port
29
 rather wide (25mm)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
 doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
 low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
 lack of external mic support
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic ZR3
 Olympus Stylus Tough-3000Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
General Information
Company Olympus Panasonic
Model Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
Also called mju Tough 3000 Lumix DMC-ZX3
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-01-07 2010-01-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic III Venus Engine HD II
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  16:9 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest resolution 3968 x 2976 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW format    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Autofocus tracking    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-102mm (3.6x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.1 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 2cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch screen    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range 4.00 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 AVCHD Lite
Mic support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 159 gr (0.35 pounds) 159 gr (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $0 $280