Olympus TG-3 vs Sony A7S II

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony A7S II, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the TG-3 (16MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the TG-3 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-3 was revealed 18 months prior to the A7S II making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the TG-3 grades against the A7S II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-3 enjoys physical dimensions 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 Sony A7S II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony A7S II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-3 versus the A7S II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and A7S II is 90 and 68 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-3 and A7S II.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-3 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus TG-3 will render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older TG-3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.