Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ 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
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Launched August 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- New Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon S6100 and Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S6100 was launched 18 months earlier than the SP-820UZ making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S6100 matches up versus the SP-820UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
S6100 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon S6100
SP-820UZ | S6100 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | February 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Olympus SP-820UZ
S6100 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 has outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus SP-820UZ has measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Check the Nikon S6100 and Olympus SP-820UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S6100 vs the SP-820UZ.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and SP-820UZ is 93 and 69 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and SP-820UZ.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S6100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 485 grams (1.07 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $195 | $299 |