Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10
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Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Successor is Olympus TG-4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TG-3 was released 3 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the TG-3 scores versus the WX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Sony WX10
TG-3 | WX10 | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 40 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Olympus TG-3
WX10 | TG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-3 and Sony WX10
TG-3 | WX10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-3 has got outer dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has specifications of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-3 compared to the WX10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and WX10 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-3 and WX10.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TG-3 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-3 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-03-31 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 pounds) | 161 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $350 | $200 |