Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung WB350F

The following is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung WB350F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was manufactured 3 months after the WB350F and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-3 grades vs the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-3 provides external measurements 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 WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-3 vs the WB350F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-3 and WB350F is 90 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-3 and WB350F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.