Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-208mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 138g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S5300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and TG-630 iHS (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S5300 was announced 13 months later than the TG-630 iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S5300 matches up versus the TG-630 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
S5300 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Nikon S5300
TG-630 iHS | S5300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
S5300 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 comes with outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-630 iHS has proportions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S5300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S5300 vs the TG-630 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S5300 and TG-630 iHS is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S5300 and TG-630 iHS.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S5300 to provide extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer S5300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-208mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 138g (0.30 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | 220 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $180 | $200 |