Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
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Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S31 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S31 (1/2.9") and TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.
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Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S31 scores vs the TG-2 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
| S31 | TG-2 iHS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Nikon S31
| TG-2 iHS | S31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 610k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S31 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
| S31 | TG-2 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | June 2013 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S31 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Olympus TG-2 iHS has dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S31 compared to the TG-2 iHS.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and TG-2 iHS is 90 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and TG-2 iHS.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S31 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Olympus TG-2 iHS will give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively.
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Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S31 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S31 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
| Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2013-06-28 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 18.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 610k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | OLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 shots | 350 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | Li-90B |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $90 | $380 |