Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-810

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S5200 and Olympus TG-810, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was brought out 18 months after the TG-810 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S5200 matches up vs the TG-810 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Olympus TG-810. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus TG-810 has measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S5200 and Olympus TG-810 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S5200 versus the TG-810.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and TG-810 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and TG-810.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S5200 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S5200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.