Nikon L100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon L100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L100 was manufactured 4 years prior to the TG-1 iHS which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L100 matches up vs the TG-1 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 features physical measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Nikon L100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the L100 compared to the TG-1 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and TG-1 iHS is 79 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and TG-1 iHS.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-1 iHS to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged L100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.