Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-310

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-310, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was brought out 18 months earlier than the TG-310 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 8000 scores vs the TG-310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Olympus TG-310. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8000 vs the TG-310.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and TG-310 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and TG-310.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-310 to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older 8000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.