Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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![Olympus TG-310 front Olympus TG-310 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-310/Olympus-TG-310-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are designed by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The TG-310 was launched 13 months earlier than the TG-820 iHS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TG-310 grades versus the TG-820 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
TG-310 | TG-820 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Olympus TG-310
TG-820 iHS | TG-310 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
TG-310 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-310 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS in our brand new Camera plus 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 consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-310 against the TG-820 iHS.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-TG-820-iHS-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and TG-820 iHS is 94 and 92 respectively.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-TG-820-iHS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-310 and TG-820 iHS.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus TG-310 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged TG-310 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS sensor size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-TG-820-iHS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-TG-820-iHS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus TG-310 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,030k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 3.50 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 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 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 | 220 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $500 |