Olympus Tough-3000 vs Pentax P70

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus Tough-3000 and Pentax P70, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was unveiled 11 months later than the P70 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus Tough-3000 being a Compact camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Tough-3000 scores against the P70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are available at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus Tough-3000 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Tough-3000 compared to the P70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Tough-3000 and P70 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Tough-3000 and P70.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of images although you should always consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Tough-3000 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.