Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX1
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX1 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009
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On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-310 and Sony WX1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the TG-310 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the TG-310 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe TG-310 was announced 18 months later than the WX1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-310 matches up against the WX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Sony WX1
| TG-310 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Olympus TG-310
| WX1 | TG-310 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Sony WX1
| TG-310 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-310 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-310 against the WX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and WX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-310 and WX1.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-310 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus TG-310 will provide more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern TG-310 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
| Olympus TG-310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus TG-310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
| Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2011-01-06 | 2009-08-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic III+ | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 160 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| 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 gr (0.34 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
| 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 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | 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 | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $0 | $149 |