Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic 3D1

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-310 versus Panasonic 3D1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was introduced 10 months prior to the 3D1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-310 scores versus the 3D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-310 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-310 versus the 3D1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and 3D1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and 3D1.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus TG-310 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-310 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.