Nikon S570 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon S570 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was launched 3 years earlier than the TG-820 iHS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S570 scores vs the TG-820 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 has external dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus TG-820 iHS has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S570 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S570 and the TG-820 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and TG-820 iHS is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and TG-820 iHS.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The older S570 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.