Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VG-160

Following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S6100 versus Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was unveiled 11 months before the VG-160 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S6100 matches up versus the VG-160 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Olympus VG-160. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S6100 compared to the VG-160.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and VG-160.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S6100 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged S6100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.