Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LX5
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Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Introduced December 2011
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LX3
- Updated by Panasonic LX7
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LX5 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-310 versus Panasonic LX5, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the TG-310 (14MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the TG-310 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe TG-310 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the LX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TG-310 scores against the LX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LX5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Panasonic LX5
TG-310 | LX5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Olympus TG-310
LX5 | TG-310 | |||
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Introduced | December 2011 | January 2011 | More recent by 11 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Panasonic LX5
TG-310 | LX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-310 has got exterior 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 LX5 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-310 versus Panasonic LX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-310 compared to the LX5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and LX5 is 94 and 88 respectively.
Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and LX5.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TG-310 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Olympus TG-310 will deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older TG-310 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus TG-310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2011-12-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 7.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lb) | 271g (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $294 |