Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic GF8

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic GF8, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is fairly similar but the TG-3 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The TG-3 was revealed 22 months before the GF8 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TG-3 matches up versus the GF8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 has physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic GF8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-3 compared to the GF8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and GF8 is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-3 and GF8.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizes. The TG-3 uses the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more aged TG-3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.