Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic G3

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Panasonic G3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and G3 (16MP) and the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-820 iHS was revealed 8 months after the G3 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-820 iHS grades vs the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-820 iHS features exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and G3 is 92 and 83 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and G3.

Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-820 iHS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic G3 will provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern TG-820 iHS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.