Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic SZ3

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic SZ3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was released 24 months before the SZ3 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-310 scores versus the SZ3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-310 comes with physical dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic SZ3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-310 vs the SZ3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and SZ3 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and SZ3.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ3 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-310 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.