Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3

Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic ZR3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The TG-320 was revealed 24 months after the ZR3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-320 matches up versus the ZR3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Panasonic ZR3
TG-320 | ZR3 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Olympus TG-320
ZR3 | TG-320 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic ZR3
TG-320 | ZR3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-320 has got exterior measurements 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 ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic ZR3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-320 versus the ZR3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-320 and ZR3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-320 and ZR3.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer TG-320 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Olympus TG-320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $280 |