Canon 100D vs Olympus TG-310
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Canon 100D vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 407g - 117 x 91 x 69mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Additionally Known as EOS Rebel SL1
- Successor is Canon SL2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2011
Canon 100D vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Canon 100D versus Olympus TG-310, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the 100D (18MP) and TG-310 (14MP) and the 100D (APS-C) and TG-310 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 100D was introduced 2 years later than the TG-310 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 100D grades against the TG-310 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 100D vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 100D and Olympus TG-310. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 100D Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 100D over the Olympus TG-310
100D | TG-310 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | January 2011 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Canon 100D
TG-310 | 100D |
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Common features in the Canon 100D and Olympus TG-310
100D | TG-310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon 100D vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 100D features external measurements of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Olympus TG-310 has measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Canon 100D versus Olympus TG-310 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 100D and the TG-310.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 100D and TG-310 is 73 and 94 respectively.
Canon 100D vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 100D and TG-310.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 100D having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon 100D will provide you with extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer 100D provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon 100D vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Canon EOS 100D | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon EOS 100D | Olympus TG-310 |
Also called | EOS Rebel SL1 | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-07-26 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 326 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.40 m | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 407 grams (0.90 pounds) | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 91 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 843 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 150 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $499 | $0 |