Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S100 was brought out 5 months before the TG-820 iHS and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S100 scores against the TG-820 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 features 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-820 iHS has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S100 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S100 against the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and TG-820 iHS is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and TG-820 iHS.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S100 to resolve more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively.