Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5
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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-5 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Released May 2017
- Superseded the Olympus TG-4
- New Model is Olympus TG-6
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-310 and Olympus TG-5, both Waterproof cameras and they are both produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The TG-310 was manufactured 7 years before the TG-5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-310 matches up vs the TG-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Olympus TG-5
TG-310 | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Olympus TG-310
TG-5 | TG-310 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 77 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Olympus TG-5
TG-310 | TG-5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-310 has physical dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-310 and Olympus TG-5 in our completely 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 account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-310 versus the TG-5.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and TG-5 is 94 and 90 respectively.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and TG-5.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus TG-310 to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged TG-310 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus TG-310 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus TG-310 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2017-05-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 250g (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 shots | 340 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $0 | $449 |