Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FH5

Lets look much closer at the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FH5, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was released 3 years after the FH5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TG-3 matches up versus the FH5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-3 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 has exterior 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 Panasonic FH5 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-3 against the FH5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and FH5 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and FH5.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher TG-3 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.