Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic FH3

Here is a extensive assessment of the Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic FH3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was launched 20 months later than the FH3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TG-810 scores versus the FH3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-810 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-810 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-810 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic FH3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-810 versus the FH3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-810 and FH3 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-810 and FH3.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-810 should have a benefit in sensor technology.