Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210
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Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-310 was unveiled 6 months before the WB210 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-310 scores vs the WB210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-310 & Samsung WB210. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Samsung WB210
TG-310 | WB210 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 1k | Clearer display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Olympus TG-310
WB210 | TG-310 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Samsung WB210
TG-310 | WB210 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-310 features outside 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 Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-310 and the WB210.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and WB210 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and WB210.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always factor the age of the cameras into account.

Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus TG-310 | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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) | 174g (0.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $279 |