Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon S31 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, both Waterproof cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The S31 was unveiled 6 months after the TG-830 iHS so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S31 scores against the TG-830 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S31 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S31 compared to the TG-830 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and TG-830 iHS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S31 and TG-830 iHS.

As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S31 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Olympus TG-830 iHS will render greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.