Canon S110 vs Olympus TG-310

Here, we are reviewing the Canon S110 and Olympus TG-310, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is very similar but the S110 (1/1.7") and TG-310 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The S110 was released 21 months after the TG-310 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S110 scores versus the TG-310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S110 & Olympus TG-310. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery & Olympus TG-310 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon S110 has external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Olympus TG-310 has proportions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S110 compared to the TG-310.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S110 and TG-310 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and TG-310.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S110 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus TG-310 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S110 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.