Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340 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
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon S6100 versus Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The S6100 was announced 11 months earlier than the VR-340 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the S6100 matches up versus the VR-340 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Olympus VR-340. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Olympus VR-340
S6100 | VR-340 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Nikon S6100
VR-340 | S6100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2011 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Olympus VR-340
S6100 | VR-340 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6100 has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6100 versus Olympus VR-340 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S6100 against the VR-340.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and VR-340 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and VR-340.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S6100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S6100 vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus VR-340 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Olympus VR-340 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing 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 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.0-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $195 | $130 |