Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-6

Here is a complete assessment of the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus TG-6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was released 10 years before the TG-6 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the S1000pj matches up against the TG-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj has got outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1000pj versus the TG-6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and TG-6 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and TG-6.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The older S1000pj is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.