Thumbnail of product Tough TG-310 from brand Olympus
Logo of brand Olympus

Camera Olympus Tough TG-310

Olympus
Camera and photography
Camera

The Olympus Tough TG-310 camera is designed for adventurers and photography enthusiasts looking to capture precious moments in extreme environments. With a 14-megapixel sensor, it guarantees images of exceptional quality while offering a maximum resolution of 4288 x 3216 pixels for precise details.

This model is a compact camera that is waterproof up to 3 meters deep and withstands temperatures of up to -10°C, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Its 3.6x optical zoom allows for capturing distant subjects with clarity, while its image stabilizer ensures sharp photos even in motion.

Among its features, the TG-310 offers several focus modes, including Multi Point Auto Focus and Single Auto Focus, as well as different scene modes suited for various environments, such as portrait, landscape, and sports. Additionally, it is equipped with a built-in flash and allows for video recording in HD resolution.

With a 2.7-inch LCD screen and an internal memory of 19.5 MB, the Olympus Tough TG-310 ensures an intuitive and enjoyable user experience. It is also compatible with SD memory cards for additional storage, making it easy to capture many memories without worrying about capacity.

In summary, the Olympus Tough TG-310 is a robust and reliable choice for those looking to immortalize their outdoor adventures while benefiting from superior image quality and features suited for varied use.

Manual of product Tough TG-310

First page image of the manual for Tough TG-310

User Manual
81 pages
View manual
8 10

Editorial note

The Olympus Tough TG-310 is a compact camera that stands out for its robustness and image quality. Designed to withstand shocks, water up to 3 meters, and temperatures down to -10 °C, it is ideal for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. With a 14 MP sensor and a maximum resolution of 4288 x 3216 pixels, this device allows for capturing sharp and detailed images, even in difficult lighting conditions. The user-friendly interface and various scene modes make it easy to use, enabling everyone to take beautiful photos without requiring advanced technical skills. However, there are some limitations to consider. Image quality may suffer in low-light conditions due to the sensor size and the maximum ISO range of 1600, which can lead to noise in the photos. Additionally, the 3.6x optical zoom may not satisfy photographers looking to capture distant subjects with more detail. The 2.7-inch LCD screen, while functional, may seem small compared to newer models. The internal memory of 19.5 MB is also very limited, necessitating the use of external memory cards to store a significant number of photos and videos. In terms of performance, the device receives generally satisfactory scores. The user experience is rated at 85, reflecting an intuitive interface and suitable features. Overall performance, while good, is rated at 70, primarily due to limitations in low light. The NiMH hybrid battery technology ensures good battery life, rated at 75, while the robust design of the device receives a score of 80. HD video features add value, with a score of 78, although the optical zoom is deemed insufficient. Finally, the value for money is rated at 76, justified by the robust features, despite the limited internal memory. Overall, the Olympus Tough TG-310 is a good choice for those looking for a durable and high-performing camera, but it may not be suitable for all types of photography, particularly in low-light conditions or for distant subjects.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is enhanced by a user-friendly interface and suitable scene modes, allowing for quality photos without advanced technical skills.

Performance

The performance is generally good, but image quality can be limited in low-light conditions due to the sensor size.

Battery life

The NiMH hybrid battery technology ensures good performance and satisfactory usage time, although the exact duration depends on usage.

Design

The design is robust and waterproof up to 3 meters, making it an ideal device for outdoor activities, although the 2.7-inch LCD screen may seem small.

Features

The HD video features and focusing versatility add value, even though the 3.6x optical zoom may be insufficient for some users.

Value for money

The product offers good value for money considering its robust features and image quality, but the limited internal memory of 19.5 MB requires external memory cards.

Usability

Although the interface is intuitive, manual focusing can be a drawback for those who prefer quick automatic focusing.

Advantages

Shock and water resistant

14 MP sensor for sharp images

Automatic and manual focus

User-friendly interface and various scene modes

HD video recording available

Disadvantages

Poor image quality in low light

Optical zoom limited to 3.6x

2.7-inch LCD screen too small

Very limited internal memory of 19.5 MB

Inconvenient manual focus

Technical Specifications Tough TG-310

General Information

Image quality

  • Megapixel
    14 MP
  • Camera type
    Compact camera
  • Image sensor size
    1/2.3 "
  • Sensor type
    CCD (charge-coupled device)
  • Maximum image resolution
    4288 x 3216 pixels
  • Photo capture resolution
    640 x 480, 1280 x 960, 1600 x 1200, 1920 x 1080, 2048 x 1536, 2560 x 1920, 3264 x 2448, 4288 x 2416
  • Image stabilizer
    Yes
  • Supported aspect ratios
    16:9
  • Total megapixels
    14.5 MP

Objective system

  • Optical zoom
    3.6 x
  • Digital zoom
    4 x
  • Focal length
    5 - 18.2 mm
  • Minimum focal length (35mm equiv)
    28 mm
  • Maximum focal length (35mm equiv)
    102 mm
  • Minimum opening amount
    3.5
  • Maximum number of openings
    5.1
  • Structure of the objective (elements/groups)
    10/8
  • Combined zooms
    14.4 x
  • Number of aspherical elements
    4

Tuning

  • Tuning
    TTL
  • Tuning
    Auto
  • Auto Focusing (AF) Modes
    Auto focus point
  • Normal focus range (tele)
    0.5 - ∞ m
  • Macro focus area (Tele)
    0.3 - ∞ m
  • Focusing area in macro (Wide angle)
    0.1 - ∞ m
  • Minimum focusing distance
    0.02 m
  • Normal focus range (tele)
    0.5 - ∞ m
  • Normal focus range (tele)
    0.5 - ∞ m
  • Object detection by autofocus (AF)
    Face

Exposure to light

  • ISO Sensitivity
    80
  • Type of exposure
    100
  • Correction of light exposure
    200
  • The ISO sensitivity (min)
    400
  • The ISO sensitivity (max)
    800
  • 1600
  • Auto
  • Auto
  • ± 2EV (1/3EV step)
  • 80
  • 1600

Shutter

  • Maximum shutter speed of the camera
    1/2000 s
  • Minimum shutter speed of the camera
    4 s

Flash

  • Flash modes
    Auto
  • Flash range (wide)
    Fill-in
  • Flash range (tele)
    Flash off
  • Flash on
  • Red-eye reduction
  • 0.2 - 4.3 m
  • 0.5 - 2.8 m

Other features

  • Frame
    Yes
  • Frame
    Yes
  • Quantity of HDMI ports
    1
  • Frame
    Yes
  • Frame
    Yes
  • Power supply type
    Battery
  • Digital SLR
    No
  • Graphics memory capacity
    4GB
  • Camera shutter speed
    1/4 - 1/2000 s
  • Equivalent focal length in 35 mm
    28 - 102 mm
  • Frame
    Yes

Camera

  • Photographic effects
    -
  • White balance
    Car
  • Scene modes
    Fluorescent
  • Camera playback
    Sunny
  • Automatic delay device
    Tungsten
  • Reading zoom (max)
    Underwater
  • Histogram
  • Image editing
    Beach
  • Camera file system
    Candlelight
  • Cuisine
  • Documents
  • Fireworks
  • Night
  • Night landscape
  • Night portrait
  • Party (indoor)
  • Portrait
  • Self-portrait
  • Snow
  • Sports
  • Sunset
  • Underwater
  • Landscape (scenery)
  • Movie
  • Single image
  • Slide show
  • 2
  • 12 s
  • 10 x
  • Yes
  • Resizing
  • Rotating
  • Trimming
  • DCF 2.0
  • DPOF 1.1
  • Exif 2.21

Video

  • Maximum video resolution
    1280 x 720 pixels
  • Video resolutions
    320 x 240, 640 x 480 pixels
  • Video recording
    Yes
  • Type HD
    HD

Audio

  • Voice recording
    Yes
  • Voice recording
    Yes
  • Supported audio formats
    AAC

Memory

  • Internal memory
    19.5 MB
  • Compatible memory cards
    SD, SDHC, SDXC

Screen

  • Screen
    LCD
  • Screen size
    2.7 "
  • Digital display resolution
    230000 pixels

Connectivity

  • USB Version
    2.0
  • PictBridge
    Yes
  • PictBridge
    Yes

Design

  • Product color
    Blue
  • Humidity: waterproof up to
    3 m
  • Frost resistance up to
    -10 °C

Weight and dimensions

  • Width
    96.3 mm
  • Depth
    22.7 mm
  • Height
    63.4 mm
  • Weight (including the battery)
    155 g

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Battery type
    LI-42B

Packaging contents

  • Dragonne
    Yes
  • Cables included
    USB
  • Dragonne
    Yes
  • Dragonne
    Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the screen size of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
The screen of the Olympus Tough TG-310 measures 2.7 inches.
What is the height of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
The height of the Olympus Tough TG-310 is 63.4 mm.
What is the width of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
The width of the Olympus Tough TG-310 is 96.3 mm.
What is the depth of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
The Olympus Tough TG-310 has a depth of 22.7 mm.
How can I change the exposure settings on my Olympus Tough TG-310?
To manually adjust the brightness of your photos, modify the exposure compensation. Access the +/- EV setting in the camera menu and adjust it to change the exposure.
What is the maximum shutter speed of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
This camera offers a maximum shutter speed of 1/2000 second, ideal for photographing fast-moving subjects or in bright conditions.
How do I change the white balance settings on my camera?
White balance allows for accurate colors based on lighting conditions. In the camera menu, find the white balance option and choose an appropriate preset like daylight, cloudy, or tungsten.
Can I manually focus on the Olympus Tough TG-310?
Although the camera has autofocus, you can also switch to manual focus mode in the menu. Then use the arrow buttons or control dial to fine-tune the focus.
Does the Olympus Tough TG-310 allow capturing photos in RAW format?
Unfortunately, the TG-310 only supports JPEG format for images. However, you can enhance your JPEG photos with editing software on your computer.
Is the Olympus Tough TG-310 a compact camera?
Yes, the Olympus Tough TG-310 is considered a compact camera, making it lighter and easier to carry compared to digital SLRs.
Does the Olympus Tough TG-310 have image stabilization?
Yes, this camera includes image stabilization, which helps reduce blur caused by shaking, resulting in sharper photos.
What is the maximum image resolution of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
The maximum resolution that the Olympus Tough TG-310 can achieve is 4288 x 3216 pixels, allowing for detailed and high-quality photos.
What is the optical zoom of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
The Olympus Tough TG-310 features a 3.6x optical zoom, allowing you to get closer to subjects without losing image quality.
What are the minimum and maximum aperture numbers of the Olympus Tough TG-310?
The minimum aperture number of the Olympus Tough TG-310 is 3.5, while the maximum is 5.1. A lower aperture number allows more light in, improving performance in low light.
Is the manual for the Olympus Tough TG-310 available in French?
Yes, the manual for the Olympus Tough TG-310 is available in French.

Similar products

Olympus PEN E-PL5
1
Olympus Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Olympus PEN E-PL5
Discover the technical sheet of PEN E-PL5 from Olympus and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Olympus E-5
1
Olympus Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Olympus E-5
Discover the technical sheet of E-5 from Olympus and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Olympus PEN E-PM1
1
Olympus Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Olympus PEN E-PM1
Discover the technical sheet of PEN E-PM1 from Olympus and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Olympus PEN E-P3
1
Olympus Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Olympus PEN E-P3
Discover the technical sheet of PEN E-P3 from Olympus and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Kodak Pixpro AZ251
3
Kodak Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Kodak Pixpro AZ251
Discover the technical sheet of Pixpro AZ251 from Kodak and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Polaroid Snap Touch
1
Polaroid Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Polaroid Snap Touch
Discover the technical sheet of Snap Touch from Polaroid and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Kodak Pixpro AZ421
4
Kodak Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Kodak Pixpro AZ421
Discover the technical sheet of Pixpro AZ421 from Kodak and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Nikon N90S
1
Nikon Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Nikon N90S
Discover the technical sheet of N90S from Nikon and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Samsung NX30
1
Samsung Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Samsung NX30
Discover the technical sheet of NX30 from Samsung and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Olympus PEN E-P5
1
Olympus Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Olympus PEN E-P5
Discover the technical sheet of PEN E-P5 from Olympus and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Samsung 50F
1
Samsung Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Samsung 50F
Discover the technical sheet of 50F from Samsung and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Olympus E-M1
1
Olympus Camera and photography Camera
Thumbnail of product Olympus E-M1
Discover the technical sheet of E-M1 from Olympus and its manuals...
Available manuals:

More product categories from brand Olympus

More product types from brand Olympus

Presentation of product Tough TG-310 specifications from brand Olympus

General Information

The Olympus Tough TG-310 is a compact camera from the Olympus brand, known for its innovation and quality in the photography sector. This model, the Tough TG-310, is designed to deliver reliable performance in various environments. With a unique EAN code, it easily integrates into distribution systems.

Image Quality

Equipped with a 14-megapixel sensor, the Olympus Tough TG-310 allows for exceptional quality photos, capturing every detail with precision. Its maximum image resolution of 4288 x 3216 pixels ensures remarkable clarity, even in challenging lighting conditions. The CCD sensor provides effective light management, while an integrated image stabilizer ensures sharp shots, even during movement.

Lens System

The 3.6x optical zoom allows for fine close-ups of distant subjects, while a 4x digital zoom offers even more flexibility. With a focal length ranging from 5 to 18.2 mm, this camera is capable of capturing vast landscapes as well as precise details. The minimum aperture of 3.5 allows for bright images in low-light conditions.

Focusing

The focus of the TG-310 is manual, giving users precise control over their shots. It also features several autofocus modes, such as Multi Point Auto Focus and Single Auto Focus, allowing flexibility in various photographic scenarios. The normal focus range, from 0.5 m to infinity, is suitable for capturing distant subjects.

Light Exposure

The ISO sensitivity of the Olympus Tough TG-310 ranges from 80 to 1600, allowing for image capture adjustments according to lighting conditions. The automatic exposure type helps achieve optimal results, while the exposure compensation of ±2EV allows for precise adjustments to image brightness.

Shutter

The maximum shutter speed of 1/2000 s allows for capturing fast movements with clarity, while a minimum speed of 4 s is ideal for artistic blur effects or low-light shots.

Flash

The built-in flash offers several modes, including Auto and Fill-in, to adapt to various shooting environments. Its range varies from 0.2 to 4.3 m, providing good illumination over short distances.

Other Features

The Olympus Tough TG-310 is shock-resistant, waterproof up to 3 m, and functional at temperatures down to -10 °C, making it an ideal choice for outdoor adventures. It also has HD video recording capability, allowing for capturing moving moments with optimal quality.

Connectivity

The TG-310 is equipped with a USB 2.0 port and a DC input, allowing for easy connection with other devices. PictBridge compatibility also enables direct photo printing from the camera.

Design

Available in blue, the design of the TG-310 is both modern and functional. Its compact size of 96.3 x 22.7 x 63.4 mm and lightweight of 155 g make it a practical travel companion.

Battery

The device is powered by a lithium-ion battery type LI-42B, offering good battery life for extended use. The nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery technology ensures reliable performance.

Package Contents

The package of the Olympus Tough TG-310 includes a power adapter, a power cable, and a wrist strap for secure handling. Batteries are also provided, allowing for immediate use.