Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic FS25

Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus TG-310 versus Panasonic FS25, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was announced 24 months later than the FS25 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TG-310 matches up versus the FS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-310 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-310 features physical measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-310 vs the FS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and FS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-310 and FS25.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-310 to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer TG-310 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.