Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic G3

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic G3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the G3 (16MP) is pretty similar but the TG-320 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-320 was announced 7 months after the G3 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-320 matches up against the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-320 has got outside measurements 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 G3 has measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic G3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-320 versus the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-320 and G3 is 94 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-320 and G3.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-320 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic G3 will offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TG-320 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.