Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung WB2200F

Here is a thorough assessment of the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung WB2200F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The TG-3 was announced 3 months later than the WB2200F and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-3 grades versus the WB2200F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 & Samsung WB2200F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery & Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-3 has outside dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has proportions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung WB2200F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-3 and the WB2200F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and WB2200F is 90 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-3 and WB2200F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files but you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.