Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus TG-310

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus TG-310, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. The resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is relatively close but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and TG-310 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The E-P2 was introduced 8 months earlier than the TG-310 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-P2 scores vs the TG-310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Olympus TG-310. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P2 has external dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Olympus TG-310 has proportions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus TG-310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-P2 compared to the TG-310.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-P2 and TG-310 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P2 and TG-310.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-P2 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus TG-310 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older E-P2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.