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

Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX1 Overview
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.

The 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.

Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Sony WX1
TG-310 | WX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Olympus TG-310
WX1 | TG-310 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-310 and Sony WX1
TG-310 | WX1 | |||
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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).
Check out the Olympus TG-310 and Sony WX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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 | |
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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 |