Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic FS15

Here, we are matching up the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic FS15, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was launched 24 months later than the FS15 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-310 grades vs the FS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-310 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic FS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-310 vs the FS15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and FS15 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-310 and FS15.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-310 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent TG-310 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.