Nikon S2900 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S2900 versus Olympus TG-850 iHS, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and TG-850 iHS (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S2900 was launched 12 months after the TG-850 iHS which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S2900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S2900 grades vs the TG-850 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S2900 & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S2900 Gallery & Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S2900 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Olympus TG-850 iHS has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S2900 versus Olympus TG-850 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S2900 against the TG-850 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S2900 and TG-850 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S2900 and TG-850 iHS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S2900 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S2900 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.