Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2
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![Nikon Coolpix S5100 front Nikon Coolpix S5100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S5100/Nikon-S5100-front.jpg)
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Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released March 2015
- Superseded the Olympus SH-1
- Replacement is Olympus SH-3
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Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and SH-2 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S5100 was brought out 5 years prior to the SH-2 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the S5100 grades versus the SH-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Olympus SH-2
S5100 | SH-2 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Nikon S5100
SH-2 | S5100 | |||
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Released | March 2015 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 55 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Olympus SH-2
S5100 | SH-2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 provides outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus SH-2 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S5100 compared to the SH-2.
![Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 size comparison Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-2-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and SH-2 is 95 and 88 respectively.
![Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 top view buttons comparison Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and SH-2.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SH-2 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 sensor size comparison Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S5100 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-08-17 | 2015-03-11 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 11.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 pounds) | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 | - | 380 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $200 | $399 |