Nikon S3500 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S3500 and Olympus TG-850 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and TG-850 iHS (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was announced 11 months prior to the TG-850 iHS so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S3500 scores versus the TG-850 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3500 enjoys physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus TG-850 iHS has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S3500 and Olympus TG-850 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S3500 vs the TG-850 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and TG-850 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3500 and TG-850 iHS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S3500 to show extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged S3500 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.