Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung HZ25W

Following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the TG-3 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was launched 3 years after the HZ25W which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TG-3 matches up against the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 comes with external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-3 and the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and HZ25W is 90 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-3 and HZ25W.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-3 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher TG-3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.