Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic SZ3

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic SZ3, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-320 was announced 12 months prior to the SZ3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TG-320 grades against the SZ3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-320 has physical dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic SZ3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-320 vs the SZ3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-320 and SZ3 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-320 and SZ3.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic SZ3 to result in more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-320 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.