Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5
94 Imaging
37 Features
33 Overall
35
96 Imaging
38 Features
23 Overall
32
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic F5, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the F5 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-310 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the F5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-310 scores against the F5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Panasonic F5
TG-310 | F5 |
---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Olympus TG-310
F5 | TG-310 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic F5
TG-310 | F5 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-310 comes with outer dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic F5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-310 and the F5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and F5 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-310 and F5.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged TG-310 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 5.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 121g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $100 |