Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZS50

The following is a complete review of the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZS50, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was launched 6 years prior to the ZS50 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Tough-3000 grades versus the ZS50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus Tough-3000 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Tough-3000 and the ZS50.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Tough-3000 and ZS50 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Tough-3000 and ZS50.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Tough-3000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.