Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ200

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ200, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-3 (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was unveiled 21 months later than the FZ200 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TG-3 scores versus the FZ200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 provides outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-3 and the FZ200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and FZ200 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and FZ200.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-3 to produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger TG-3 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.