Olympus TG-860 vs Olympus TG-3

Lets look more closely at the Olympus TG-860 versus Olympus TG-3, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are designed by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was revealed 11 months later than the TG-3 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TG-860 scores against the TG-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-860 has got external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus TG-3 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-860 versus Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-860 and the TG-3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-860 and TG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-860 and TG-3.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-860 should have an advantage in sensor tech.