Olympus Tough-3000 vs Sony S980

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus Tough-3000 and Sony S980, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was announced 11 months later than the S980 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the Tough-3000 grades versus the S980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are available at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus Tough-3000 features outside dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Olympus Tough-3000 and Sony S980 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Tough-3000 against the S980.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Tough-3000 and S980 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Tough-3000 and S980.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent Tough-3000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.