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Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
29
Overall
33
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 front
 
Olympus TG-310 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs

Olympus 8010
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Alternate Name is mju Tough 8010
Olympus TG-310
(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 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 Overview

In this article, we are contrasting the Olympus 8010 and Olympus TG-310, both Waterproof cameras and both are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was introduced 11 months before the TG-310 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the 8010 grades against the TG-310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Olympus TG-310

 8010 TG-310 

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Olympus 8010

 TG-310 8010 
LaunchedJanuary 2011February 2010Newer by 11 months

Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Olympus TG-310

 8010 TG-310 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display size
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 has got external measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus TG-310 has proportions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the 8010 compared to the TG-310.

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and TG-310 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 top view buttons comparison

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and TG-310.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-310 to show extra detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged 8010 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 sensor size comparison

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus 8010
Portrait photography with Olympus TG-310
28
MP count decent (13MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
33
good MP (14MP)
supports face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus 8010 Street photography features
Olympus TG-310 Street photography features
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (245g)
66
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
lighter than others in class (155 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus 8010 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus TG-310 as a Sports photography camera
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (13MP)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
slow fps (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (150 CIPA)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus 8010 Travel photography features
Olympus TG-310 Travel photography features
64
weather proofing
MP count decent (13 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors in class (245g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
67
lighter than others in class (155g)
environment proof
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
bad battery pack (150 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus 8010 Landscape photography information
Olympus TG-310 Landscape photography information
40
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (13 megapixels)
weather proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
39
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
environment proof
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
bad battery pack (150 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus 8010 Vlogging features
Olympus TG-310 Vlogging features
27
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (245g)
32
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect autofocus
lighter than others in class (155 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone port
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Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 8010 and Olympus TG-310
 Olympus Stylus Tough 8010Olympus TG-310
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Olympus
Model Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 Olympus TG-310
Otherwise known as mju Tough 8010 -
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Launched 2010-02-02 2011-01-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip TruePic III TruePic III+
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 13 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-102mm (3.6x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/3.9-5.9
Macro focus range 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m 4.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 245g (0.54 lb) 155g (0.34 lb)
Dimensions 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model Li-50B LI-42B
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 seconds) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail price $600 $0