Nikon S5100 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon S5100 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was released 18 months prior to the TG-820 iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S5100 grades vs the TG-820 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S5100 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus TG-820 iHS has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S5100 versus the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and TG-820 iHS is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and TG-820 iHS.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older S5100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.