Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was announced 3 years prior to the SZ-16 iHS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S5100 grades against the SZ-16 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S5100 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S5100 and the SZ-16 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and SZ-16 iHS is 95 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.