Nikon S2900 vs Olympus TG-870

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S2900 versus Olympus TG-870, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and TG-870 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2900 was introduced 11 months earlier than the TG-870 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S2900 matches up against the TG-870 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Olympus TG-870 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S2900 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-870 has specifications of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S2900 versus Olympus TG-870 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S2900 and the TG-870.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2900 and TG-870 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2900 and TG-870.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S2900 to offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older S2900 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.