Olympus Tough-3000 vs Samsung WB35F

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus Tough-3000 and Samsung WB35F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was released 5 years prior to the WB35F which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Tough-3000 scores versus the WB35F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 and Samsung WB35F. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus Tough-3000 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus Tough-3000 and Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Tough-3000 compared to the WB35F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Tough-3000 and WB35F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Tough-3000 and WB35F.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB35F to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Tough-3000 is going to be behind in sensor tech.