Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 3000
(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
- Launched January 2011
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Olympus Tough-3000 and Olympus TG-310, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The Tough-3000 was announced 12 months prior to the TG-310 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Tough-3000 grades against the TG-310 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Olympus TG-310. The whole galleries are available at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Olympus TG-310
Tough-3000 | TG-310 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Olympus Tough-3000
TG-310 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Olympus TG-310
Tough-3000 | TG-310 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus Tough-3000 has physical dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Olympus Tough-3000 and Olympus TG-310 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Tough-3000 versus the TG-310.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 size comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-310-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Tough-3000 and TG-310 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 top view buttons comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-310-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Tough-3000 and TG-310.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-310 to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The older Tough-3000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 sensor size comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-310-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-310-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Olympus TG-310 |
Also Known as | mju Tough 3000 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159g (0.35 pounds) | 155g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 150 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | $0 |