Nikon S5100 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS

Here is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S5100 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) is very comparable but the S5100 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor size.

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The S5100 was released 3 years prior to the XZ-2 iHS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the S5100 grades vs the XZ-2 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S5100 features 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) while the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S5100 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S5100 and the XZ-2 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and XZ-2 iHS is 95 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and XZ-2 iHS.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The S5100 features the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh more challenging. The older S5100 will be behind in sensor innovation.