Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3
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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)
![Olympus Tough TG-3 front Olympus Tough TG-3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Tough-TG-3/Olympus-TG-3-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Released March 2014
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-4
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3, both Waterproof cameras and they are both produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The TG-310 was launched 4 years prior to the TG-3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TG-310 scores vs the TG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-310 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Olympus TG-3
TG-310 | TG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Olympus TG-310
TG-3 | TG-310 | |||
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Released | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 39 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Olympus TG-3
TG-310 | TG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-310 enjoys physical measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-310 and the TG-3.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and TG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-310 and TG-3.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-3 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-310 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus TG-310 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2014-03-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lb) | 247g (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 pictures | 330 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $350 |