Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ2500

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ2500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is pretty similar but the TG-3 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") offer totally different sensor size.

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The TG-3 was introduced 3 years prior to the FZ2500 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TG-3 matches up against the FZ2500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-3 has got external measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ2500 has specifications of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") having a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ2500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-3 and the FZ2500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and FZ2500 is 90 and 53 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and FZ2500.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-3 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FZ2500 will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged TG-3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.