Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Announced July 2010
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TG-310 was manufactured 7 months later than the T99 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-310 grades against the T99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-310 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Sony T99
TG-310 | T99 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | July 2010 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Olympus TG-310
T99 | TG-310 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Sony T99
TG-310 | T99 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-310 enjoys 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) and the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-310 compared to the T99.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-310 and T99 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and T99.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-310 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus TG-310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
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, Red eye, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-42B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $0 | $179 |