Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

Following is a complete comparison of the Olympus TG-3 and Panasonic FZ1000 II, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (20MP) is relatively similar but the TG-3 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The TG-3 was announced 5 years prior to the FZ1000 II which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the TG-3 scores vs the FZ1000 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 & Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-3 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic FZ1000 II has proportions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-3 and the FZ1000 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-3 and FZ1000 II is 90 and 55 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and FZ1000 II.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TG-3 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.