Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310
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Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Old Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Successor is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011

Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was introduced 6 months prior to the TG-310 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the TG-310 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Olympus TG-310. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Olympus TG-310
SX210 IS | TG-310 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Canon SX210 IS
TG-310 | SX210 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Olympus TG-310
SX210 IS | TG-310 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS provides physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Olympus TG-310 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the TG-310.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and TG-310 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and TG-310.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images but you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account.

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Canon SX210 IS vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Olympus TG-310 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220g (0.49 lb) | 155g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 150 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $226 | $0 |