Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-6
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Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2019
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-5
Photography Glossary Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S31 and Olympus TG-6, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the S31 (1/2.9") and TG-6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S31 was unveiled 7 years before the TG-6 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S31 matches up against the TG-6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The full galleries are available at Nikon S31 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Olympus TG-6
| S31 | TG-6 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Nikon S31
| TG-6 | S31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2019 |  | June 2013 | More modern by 72 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S31 and Olympus TG-6
| S31 | TG-6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S31 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S31 and Olympus TG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S31 and the TG-6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and TG-6 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S31 and TG-6.
All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S31 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus TG-6 will give extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S31 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S31 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S31 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
| Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2019-05-22 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
| 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 | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 20.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash options | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Built-in |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 185g (0.41 lb) | 253g (0.56 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| 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 photos | 340 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
| Self timer | - | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $90 | $449 |