Olympus TG-3 vs Panasonic TS3

Here is a detailed review of the Olympus TG-3 versus Panasonic TS3, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the TG-3 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was released 2 years later than the TS3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-3 matches up versus the TS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 offers outside dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-3 versus Panasonic TS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-3 against the TS3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and TS3 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-3 and TS3.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-3 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern TG-3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.