Olympus TG-3 vs Sony HX7V

Below is a in depth overview of the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony HX7V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was manufactured 2 years later than the HX7V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TG-3 matches up vs the HX7V with 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-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-3 provides outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony HX7V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-3 vs the HX7V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and HX7V is 90 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and HX7V.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.