Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1
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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 Sony QX1 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)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Released September 2014
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-310 versus Sony QX1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the TG-310 (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the TG-310 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.
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The TG-310 was brought out 4 years prior to the QX1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the TG-310 grades against the QX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-310 and Sony Alpha QX1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Sony QX1
TG-310 | QX1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Olympus TG-310
QX1 | TG-310 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 44 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Sony QX1
TG-310 | QX1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-310 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-310 versus Sony QX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-310 and the QX1.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-310 and QX1 is 94 and 90 respectively.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-310 and QX1.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TG-310 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony QX1 will provide you with more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older TG-310 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-310-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus TG-310 | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Class | Waterproof | Lens-style |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2014-09-03 |
Body design | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | - |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 216g (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 images | 440 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $0 | $500 |