Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is very similar but the S32 (1/3") and TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S32 was manufactured 14 months after the TG-830 iHS making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S32 grades versus the TG-830 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
S32 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Nikon S32
TG-830 iHS | S32 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
S32 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S32 has got external dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has specifications of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S32 vs the TG-830 iHS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and TG-830 iHS is 90 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and TG-830 iHS.
All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S32 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Olympus TG-830 iHS will offer you greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent S32 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-02-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 220 photos | 300 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $180 | $0 |