Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX150

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-310 vs Sony WX150, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-310 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was revealed 13 months earlier than the WX150 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-310 grades versus the WX150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-310 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-310 versus the WX150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-310 and WX150 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-310 and WX150.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX150 to offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged TG-310 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.