Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009
(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
- Announced January 2011

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was announced 16 months prior to the TG-310 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z280 matches up against the TG-310 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Olympus TG-310. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Olympus TG-310
EX-Z280 | TG-310 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Casio EX-Z280
TG-310 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 16 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus TG-310
EX-Z280 | TG-310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-310 has sizing of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the TG-310.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and TG-310 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and TG-310.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-310 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Olympus TG-310 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 155 gr (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 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 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $180 | $0 |