Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FH25

Lets look much closer at the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FH25, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was unveiled 3 years after the FH25 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-3 matches up versus the FH25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 features physical dimensions 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 Panasonic FH25 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FH25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-3 vs the FH25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and FH25 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-3 and FH25.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-3 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.