Olympus TG-3 vs Sony HX30V

Below is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-3 and Sony HX30V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was launched 2 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-3 scores against the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-3 has outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-3 and Sony HX30V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-3 and the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and HX30V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and HX30V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX30V to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-3 will have an advantage in sensor technology.