Olympus TG-3 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-3 vs Sony NEX-C3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively similar but the TG-3 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-3 was released 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-3 scores against the NEX-C3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-3 provides 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 Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-3 and the NEX-C3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and NEX-C3 is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The image here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-3 and NEX-C3.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The TG-3 features the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The more modern TG-3 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.