Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Olympus TG-310

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Olympus TG-310, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and TG-310 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was announced 13 months later than the TG-310 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR matches up versus the TG-310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Olympus TG-310. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR has external measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-310 has measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Olympus TG-310 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR against the TG-310.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and TG-310 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and TG-310.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm Z1000EXR is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.