Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic FX580

Below is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic FX580, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was introduced 24 months later than the FX580 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TG-310 matches up versus the FX580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-310 has external dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic FX580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-310 vs the FX580.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and FX580 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-310 and FX580.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-310 to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent TG-310 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.