Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30
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Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Other Name is ES15

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-310 and Samsung SL30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-310 (14MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-310 was launched 23 months after the SL30 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TG-310 grades against the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 and Samsung SL30. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Samsung SL30
TG-310 | SL30 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Olympus TG-310
SL30 | TG-310 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Samsung SL30
TG-310 | SL30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-310 has got physical measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-310 and Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-310 versus the SL30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and SL30 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-310 and SL30.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-310 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger TG-310 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus TG-310 | Samsung SL30 |
Also called as | - | ES15 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lb) | 140g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $93 |