Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS
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Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014

Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus TG-850 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and TG-850 iHS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S5100 was unveiled 4 years prior to the TG-850 iHS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S5100 grades vs the TG-850 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
S5100 | TG-850 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Nikon S5100
TG-850 iHS | S5100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 42 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Olympus TG-850 iHS
S5100 | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5100 has got external measurements 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 TG-850 iHS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus TG-850 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S5100 against the TG-850 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and TG-850 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and TG-850 iHS.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-850 iHS to result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-08-17 | 2014-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4616 x 3464 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 pounds) | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" 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 | - | 330 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $200 | $250 |