Nikon S6000 vs Olympus TG-310
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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
(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
- Released January 2011

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S6000 and Olympus TG-310, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S6000 was manufactured 11 months before the TG-310 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S6000 matches up versus the TG-310 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Olympus TG-310. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Olympus TG-310
S6000 | TG-310 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Nikon S6000
TG-310 | S6000 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Olympus TG-310
S6000 | TG-310 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon S6000 vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 has physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Nikon S6000 and Olympus TG-310 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S6000 against the TG-310.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and TG-310 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and TG-310.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The older S6000 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S6000 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Olympus TG-310 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | - | 150 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $0 |