Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009

Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-310 versus Sony W220, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-310 was announced 2 years later than the W220 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-310 grades vs the W220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Sony W220
TG-310 | W220 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Olympus TG-310
W220 | TG-310 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Sony W220
TG-310 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-310 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-310 versus Sony W220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-310 compared to the W220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and W220.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus TG-310 to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger TG-310 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Olympus TG-310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus TG-310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 155g (0.34 lb) | 147g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $160 |