Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1
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![Nikon Coolpix S6100 front Nikon Coolpix S6100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100/Nikon-S6100-front.jpg)
![Olympus Stylus SH-1 front Olympus Stylus SH-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-SH-1/Olympus-SH-1-front.jpg)
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched March 2014
- Renewed by Olympus SH-2
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S6100 and Olympus SH-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S6100 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SH-1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the S6100 scores versus the SH-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Olympus SH-1
S6100 | SH-1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Nikon S6100
SH-1 | S6100 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Olympus SH-1
S6100 | SH-1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6100 and Olympus SH-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S6100 vs the SH-1.
![Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 size comparison Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and SH-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.
![Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 top view buttons comparison Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and SH-1.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older S6100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 sensor size comparison Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6100-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2014-03-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 271g (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 | 210 shots | 380 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $195 | $349 |