Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS

Below is a in depth overview of the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was announced 3 years earlier than the TG-630 iHS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S5100 scores against the TG-630 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 has outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus TG-630 iHS has dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S5100 vs the TG-630 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and TG-630 iHS is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and TG-630 iHS.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S5100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.