Olympus TG-3 vs Sony HX400V

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony HX400V, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TG-3 was manufactured 2 months after the HX400V so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-3 grades vs the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-3 features physical 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 HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-3 and the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and HX400V is 90 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-3 and HX400V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX400V to deliver extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively.