Olympus TG-3 vs Sony W550

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-3 and Sony W550, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was announced 2 years after the W550 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the TG-3 matches up against the W550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-3 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-3 and Sony W550 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-3 versus the W550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and W550 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-3 and W550.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-3 to render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger TG-3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.