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Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42
Olympus Tough TG-3 front
 
Olympus VR-340 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 Key Specs

Olympus TG-3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
  • Launched March 2014
  • Newer Model is Olympus TG-4
Olympus VR-340
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
  • 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2012
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Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 Overview

Let's look a little more in depth at the Olympus TG-3 versus Olympus VR-340, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Olympus. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was launched 2 years later than the VR-340 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TG-3 grades vs the VR-340 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Olympus VR-340

 TG-3 VR-340 
AnnouncedMarch 2014January 2012More recent by 28 months

Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Olympus TG-3

 VR-340 TG-3 

Common features in the Olympus TG-3 and Olympus VR-340

 TG-3 VR-340 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution460k460kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-3 has got outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Olympus VR-340 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-3 versus Olympus VR-340 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-3 and the VR-340.

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-3 and VR-340 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-3 and VR-340.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-3
Portrait photography with Olympus VR-340
37
resolution is good (16MP)
features face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
34
good MP (16MP)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-3 as a Street photography camera
Olympus VR-340 as a Street photography camera
59
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than average (247 grams)
63
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (125 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus TG-3
Sports photography with Olympus VR-340
47
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
great battery pack (330 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
44
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
has tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus TG-3
Travel photography with Olympus VR-340
74
great battery pack (330 per charge)
weather proof
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
heavier than average (247g)
display isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than average (125 grams)
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-3 Landscape photography details
Olympus VR-340 Landscape photography details
56
fairly wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proof
great battery pack (330 per charge)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
43
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-3 Vlogging details
Olympus VR-340 Vlogging details
34
fairly wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external mic jack
heavier than average (247 grams)
33
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focus
lighter than average (125g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
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Olympus TG-3 vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-3 and Olympus VR-340
 Olympus Tough TG-3Olympus VR-340
General Information
Company Olympus Olympus
Model type Olympus Tough TG-3 Olympus VR-340
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2014-03-31 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic VII -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/3.0-5.7
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT-LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 5.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.80 m
Flash options Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 247 gr (0.54 pounds) 125 gr (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 330 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID LI-92B LI-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $350 $130