Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VG-160
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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S1000pj was released 3 years prior to the VG-160 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1000pj scores against the VG-160 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Olympus VG-160
S1000pj | VG-160 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Nikon S1000pj
VG-160 | S1000pj | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | August 2009 | More recent by 29 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus VG-160
S1000pj | VG-160 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus VG-160 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1000pj against the VG-160.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and VG-160 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and VG-160.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus VG-160 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus VG-160 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 165 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $289 | $90 |