Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3
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Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 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
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-320 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-320 was released 3 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-320 grades against the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Sony G3
TG-320 | G3 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Olympus TG-320
G3 | TG-320 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-320 and Sony G3
TG-320 | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-320 provides exterior measurements 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 Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TG-320 versus the G3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-320 and G3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-320 and G3.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-320 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger TG-320 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-320 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Olympus TG-320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus TG-320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $200 |