Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S5300 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was released 24 months later than the TG-820 iHS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the S5300 grades versus the TG-820 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 comes with external 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) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S5300 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S5300 compared to the TG-820 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S5300 and TG-820 iHS is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S5300 and TG-820 iHS.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S5300 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer S5300 should have an advantage in sensor technology.