Nikon S6100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
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On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S6100 and Olympus TG-830 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S6100 was launched 23 months before the TG-830 iHS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S6100 scores versus the TG-830 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
| S6100 | TG-830 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Nikon S6100
| TG-830 iHS | S6100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | February 2011 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
| S6100 | TG-830 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S6100 vs the TG-830 iHS.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and TG-830 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and TG-830 iHS.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The older S6100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 210 photographs | 300 photographs |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $195 | $0 |