Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic ZR3, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was launched 2 years later than the ZR3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TG-830 iHS grades vs the ZR3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS provides exterior dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic ZR3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the ZR3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and ZR3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and ZR3.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher TG-830 iHS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.