Olympus TG-3 vs Sony W320

Below, we are comparing the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony W320, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the W320 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was launched 4 years later than the W320 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-3 scores against the W320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-3 has external measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony W320 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-3 versus Sony W320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-3 vs the W320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and W320 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and W320.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-3 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger TG-3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.