Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3
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![Olympus TG-310 front Olympus TG-310 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-310/Olympus-TG-310-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
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Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The TG-310 was announced 3 years prior to the WG-3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TG-310 scores against the WG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-310 and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Pentax WG-3
TG-310 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Olympus TG-310
WG-3 | TG-310 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Pentax WG-3
TG-310 | WG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-310 comes with external measurements 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 Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-310 compared to the WG-3.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Pentax-WG-3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-310 and WG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Pentax-WG-3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-310 and WG-3.
All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-3 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-310 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Pentax-WG-3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Pentax-WG-3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Olympus TG-310 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus TG-310 | Pentax WG-3 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 photos | 240 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $0 | $300 |