Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung WB850F

Below, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung WB850F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was unveiled 2 years later than the WB850F and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-3 grades vs the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-3 comes with physical 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 WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-3 against the WB850F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-3 and WB850F.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos although you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.