Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZR3

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZR3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was manufactured 7 years after the ZR3 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-5 grades vs the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-5 enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-5 compared to the ZR3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and ZR3 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and ZR3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZR3 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher TG-5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.