Nikon S33 vs Olympus TG-4

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon S33 vs Olympus TG-4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is relatively similar but the S33 (1/3.1") and TG-4 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The S33 was unveiled 2 months earlier than the TG-4 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S33 scores against the TG-4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S33 comes with physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus TG-4 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S33 and the TG-4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S33 and TG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S33 and TG-4.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S33 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus TG-4 will offer you more detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.