Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-310

Following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-310, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and TG-310 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was released 21 months after the TG-310 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up vs the TG-310 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 and Olympus TG-310. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-310 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 and the TG-310.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and TG-310 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XF1 and TG-310.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XF1 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Olympus TG-310 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XF1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.