Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310
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Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2013
(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
- Introduced January 2011

Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S800c 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 S800c (16MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S800c was unveiled 2 years later than the TG-310 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S800c scores versus the TG-310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Olympus TG-310. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Olympus TG-310
S800c | TG-310 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 26 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+589k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Nikon S800c
TG-310 | S800c |
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Common features in the Nikon S800c and Olympus TG-310
S800c | TG-310 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S800c has got outside measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus TG-310 has proportions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S800c and Olympus TG-310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S800c vs the TG-310.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and TG-310 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and TG-310.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S800c to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more modern S800c should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S800c vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Olympus TG-310 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-02-04 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 819k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 lbs) | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | 140 pictures | 150 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $290 | $0 |