Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FH3

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FH3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-320 was manufactured 2 years after the FH3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-320 scores versus the FH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-320 provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FH3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TG-320 versus the FH3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and FH3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-320 and FH3.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images however you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-320 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.