Nikon L810 vs Olympus TG-310
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Nikon L810 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Later Model is Nikon L820
(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
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon L810 vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon L810 versus Olympus TG-310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe L810 was revealed 14 months after the TG-310 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L810 scores against the TG-310 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L810 vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Olympus TG-310. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Olympus TG-310
L810 | TG-310 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 14 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Nikon L810
TG-310 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Olympus TG-310
L810 | TG-310 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon L810 enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Olympus TG-310 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L810 versus Olympus TG-310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L810 against the TG-310.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and TG-310 is 74 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and TG-310.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon L810 to render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern L810 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon L810 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Olympus TG-310 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 pounds) | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 photos | 150 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $0 |