Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FZ70

Following is a extended overview of the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FZ70, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-320 was launched 18 months before the FZ70 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TG-320 grades versus the FZ70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-320 enjoys outer dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ70 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FZ70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-320 and the FZ70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and FZ70 is 94 and 63 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-320 and FZ70.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ70 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged TG-320 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.