Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310
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Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is mju 7030
(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
Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by Olympus. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 7030 was launched 12 months prior to the TG-310 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 7030 grades against the TG-310 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Olympus TG-310. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Olympus TG-310
7030 | TG-310 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Olympus 7030
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Olympus TG-310
7030 | TG-310 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 7030 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus TG-310 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 7030 compared to the TG-310.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and TG-310 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 7030 and TG-310.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older 7030 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Olympus TG-310 |
Also called | mju 7030 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 4.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 155g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | - | 150 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $179 | $0 |