Nikon S100 vs Olympus VG-160

Below, we are looking at the Nikon S100 and Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S100 was introduced 4 months prior to the VG-160 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S100 scores versus the VG-160 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Olympus VG-160. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S100 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S100 and Olympus VG-160 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S100 and the VG-160.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and VG-160 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and VG-160.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S100 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.