Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and TG-630 iHS (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S100 was revealed 16 months prior to the TG-630 iHS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S100 grades versus the TG-630 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
S100 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 820k | 460k | Clearer display (+360k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Nikon S100
TG-630 iHS | S100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | August 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S100 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
S100 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus TG-630 iHS has sizing of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S100 against the TG-630 iHS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and TG-630 iHS is 94 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and TG-630 iHS.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S100 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged S100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 820 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Organic LED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $240 | $200 |