Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung NX3000
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Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched March 2014
- Renewed by Olympus TG-4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Launched May 2014
- Replaced the Samsung NX2000
Photography Glossary Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus TG-3 versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-3 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TG-3 was released at a similar time to the NX3000 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TG-3 matches up versus the NX3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Samsung NX3000
| TG-3 | NX3000 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Olympus TG-3
| NX3000 | TG-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung NX3000
| TG-3 | NX3000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | March 2014 |  | May 2014 | Same generation |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 offers outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-3 compared to the NX3000.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-3 and NX3000 is 90 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and NX3000.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-3 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX3000 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.
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Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-3 | Samsung NX3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model | Olympus Tough TG-3 | Samsung NX3000 |
| Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2014-03-31 | 2014-05-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 35 |
| Cross focus points | - | 1 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 shots | 370 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LI-92B | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $350 | $897 |