Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic FP8

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic FP8, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was introduced 18 months later than the FP8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-310 matches up vs the FP8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-310 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-310 has got exterior dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FP8 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-310 vs the FP8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and FP8 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and FP8.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-310 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer TG-310 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.