Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310
Portability
94 Imaging
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94 Imaging
35 Features
26 Overall
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Portability
94 Imaging
37 Features
33 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
33 Overall
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
Olympus Tough-3000
(Full Review)
(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
Olympus TG-310
(Full Review)
(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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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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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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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 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Olympus Tough-3000
| TG-310 | Tough-3000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Olympus TG-310
| Tough-3000 | TG-310 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
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 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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus Tough-3000 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus TG-310 as a Portrait photography camera
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
decent MP (14MP)
supports face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Olympus Tough-3000 Street photography features
Olympus TG-310 Street photography features
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
lighter than competitors (155g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Olympus Tough-3000 Sports photography info
Olympus TG-310 Sports photography info
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
supports tracking focus
weather proof
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (150 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Olympus Tough-3000 Travel photography features
Olympus TG-310 Travel photography features
environment proof
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lighter than competitors (155g)
weather proof
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery life (150 CIPA)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape photography with Olympus Tough-3000
Landscape photography with Olympus TG-310
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
terrible battery life (150 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Olympus Tough-3000 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus TG-310 as a Vlogging camera
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focus
lighter than competitors (155 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
Photography Glossary
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Olympus TG-310 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |