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Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
 
Olympus VG-160 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs

Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
  • Announced August 2010
Olympus VG-160
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Released January 2012
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Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S1100pj and Olympus VG-160, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1100pj was unveiled 17 months before the VG-160 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S1100pj being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S1100pj grades against the VG-160 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Olympus VG-160

 S1100pj VG-160 
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Nikon S1100pj

 VG-160 S1100pj 
ReleasedJanuary 2012August 2010Newer by 17 months

Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Olympus VG-160

 S1100pj VG-160 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S1100pj provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while 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).

See the Nikon S1100pj and Olympus VG-160 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S1100pj vs the VG-160.

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1100pj and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1100pj and VG-160.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of images although you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S1100pj is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Portrait photography features
Olympus VG-160 Portrait photography features
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
34
decent MP (14 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Street photography highlights
Olympus VG-160 Street photography highlights
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than average in class (180 grams)
56
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Sports photography advice
Olympus VG-160 Sports photography advice
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
27
decent MP (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (165 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Travel photography advice
Olympus VG-160 Travel photography advice
61
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (180 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
66
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (26mm)
no Timelapse function
terrible battery life (165 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1100pj
Landscape photography with Olympus VG-160
42
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
37
pretty wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
terrible battery life (165 per charge)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Vlogging details
Olympus VG-160 Vlogging details
29
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than average in class (180 grams)
30
pretty wide (26mm)
offers face detect focusing
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone jack
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Nikon S1100pj vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1100pj and Olympus VG-160
 Nikon Coolpix S1100pjOlympus VG-160
General Information
Make Nikon Olympus
Model Nikon Coolpix S1100pj Olympus VG-160
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-08-17 2012-01-10
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
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
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 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 file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 180g (0.40 lbs) 125g (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 life - 165 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 LI-70B
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
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