Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-3 versus Samsung HZ35W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the TG-3 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was introduced 3 years after the HZ35W which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-3 scores against the HZ35W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-3 provides exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-3 vs the HZ35W.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and HZ35W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and HZ35W.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus TG-3 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.