Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LF1

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic LF1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the TG-310 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizing.

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The TG-310 was introduced 3 years prior to the LF1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the TG-310 grades vs the LF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-310 has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-310 compared to the LF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and LF1 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and LF1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-310 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus TG-310 will give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older TG-310 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.