Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic FZ60

Here, we are looking at the Olympus TG-3 versus Panasonic FZ60, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was manufactured 21 months after the FZ60 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-3 grades against the FZ60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-3 comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has sizing of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-3 versus Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-3 and the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and FZ60 is 90 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and FZ60.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-3 should have a benefit in sensor tech.