Nikon S30 vs Olympus Tough-3000

Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S30 versus Olympus Tough-3000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is relatively close but the S30 (1/3") and Tough-3000 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The S30 was revealed 2 years later than the Tough-3000 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S30 scores against the Tough-3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S30 comes with outer dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus Tough-3000 has proportions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S30 versus Olympus Tough-3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S30 and the Tough-3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S30 and Tough-3000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S30 and Tough-3000.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S30 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus Tough-3000 will result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher S30 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.