Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410
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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced August 2012

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and VH-410 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was launched 4 years before the VH-410 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S1000pj grades vs the VH-410 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Olympus VH-410. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Olympus VH-410 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Olympus VH-410
S1000pj | VH-410 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Nikon S1000pj
VH-410 | S1000pj | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 37 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus VH-410
S1000pj | VH-410 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus VH-410 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj versus the VH-410.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and VH-410 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and VH-410.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus VH-410 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus VH-410 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus VH-410 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Olympus VH-410 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-04 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | TruePic III+ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $289 | $186 |