Olympus TG-310 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony NEX-3N 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 - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Newer Model is Sony a5000
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Below is a extended overview of the Olympus TG-310 vs Sony NEX-3N, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is fairly well matched but the TG-310 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TG-310 was launched 3 years prior to the NEX-3N and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TG-310 scores versus the NEX-3N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-310 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Sony NEX-3N
| TG-310 | NEX-3N |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Olympus TG-310
| NEX-3N | TG-310 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2013 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 26 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Sony NEX-3N
| TG-310 | NEX-3N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-310 comes with physical dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-310 compared to the NEX-3N.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-310 and NEX-3N is 94 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and NEX-3N.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-310 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony NEX-3N will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-310 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
| Olympus TG-310 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus TG-310 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
| Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2011-01-06 | 2013-02-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic III+ | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 16000 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) | 269 grams (0.59 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 74 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1067 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 150 photos | 480 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LI-42B | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $0 | $399 |