Olympus TG-860 vs Panasonic 3D1

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus TG-860 versus Panasonic 3D1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the TG-860 (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was announced 3 years later than the 3D1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-860 matches up against the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-860 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-860 versus Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-860 versus the 3D1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-860 and 3D1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-860 and 3D1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-860 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern TG-860 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.