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Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S5200 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-4 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs

Nikon S5200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-156mm (F) lens
  • 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2013
Olympus TG-4
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
  • Introduced April 2015
  • Superseded the Olympus TG-3
  • Newer Model is Olympus TG-5
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Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S5200 versus Olympus TG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was introduced 3 years prior to the TG-4 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S5200 grades versus the TG-4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Olympus TG-4

 S5200 TG-4 

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Nikon S5200

 TG-4 S5200 
IntroducedApril 2015January 2013Fresher by 26 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Olympus TG-4

 S5200 TG-4 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution460k460kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5200 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus TG-4 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S5200 vs the TG-4.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and TG-4 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and TG-4.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older S5200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 sensor size comparison

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S5200 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus TG-4 as a Portrait photography camera
30
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
46
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW files
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S5200
Street photography with Olympus TG-4
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW files
environment proof
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
heavier than competitors (247g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S5200 Sports photography highlights
Olympus TG-4 Sports photography highlights
27
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (160 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
47
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
great battery (380 shots)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S5200 Travel photography highlights
Olympus TG-4 Travel photography highlights
68
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
fast max aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
bad battery life (160 CIPA)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
74
great battery (380 per charge)
environment proof
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
heavier than competitors (247 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S5200 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus TG-4 as a Landscape photography camera
41
pretty wide (26mm)
fast max aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
bad battery life (160 CIPA)
no Timelapse function
62
focusing manually
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
saves RAW files
environment proof
great battery (380 per charge)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S5200 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus TG-4 as a Vlogging camera
32
pretty wide (26mm)
fast max aperture (f)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
no microphone socket
34
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing mic port
heavier than competitors (247g)
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Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S5200 and Olympus TG-4
 Nikon Coolpix S5200Olympus Tough TG-4
General Information
Company Nikon Olympus
Model Nikon Coolpix S5200 Olympus Tough TG-4
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2013-01-29 2015-04-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - TruePic VII
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 25
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-156mm (6.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus range - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 7.90 m (at ISO 1600)
Flash modes - Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format - H.264, Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 146 grams (0.32 lbs) 247 grams (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 160 images 380 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL19 LI-92B
Self timer - Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $130 $379