Olympus TG-810 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we are looking at the Olympus TG-810 vs Sony NEX-C3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the TG-810 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-810 was introduced about the same time to the NEX-C3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-810 grades against the NEX-C3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-810 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-810 features outside dimensions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-810 against the NEX-C3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-810 and NEX-C3 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-810 and NEX-C3.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-810 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-C3 will give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.