Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GF3

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GF3, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the TG-4 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The TG-4 was brought out 3 years later than the GF3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the TG-4 scores vs the GF3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 has got outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GF3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-4 and the GF3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and GF3 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and GF3.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TG-4 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus TG-4 will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher TG-4 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.