Olympus TG-310 vs Sony RX100

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-310 and Sony RX100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TG-310 (14MP) and RX100 (20MP) and the TG-310 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-310 was introduced 20 months prior to the RX100 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-310 scores versus the RX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-310 features 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 RX100 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-310 against the RX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-310 and RX100 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-310 and RX100.

As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-310 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony RX100 will render greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older TG-310 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.