Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic ZS3

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic ZS3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was launched 3 years after the ZS3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TG-630 iHS matches up against the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-630 iHS features physical dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-630 iHS compared to the ZS3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and ZS3.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-630 iHS to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger TG-630 iHS provides an edge in sensor tech.