Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Also referred to as mju Tough 8010

Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the 8010 (13MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S620 was introduced 12 months prior to the 8010 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S620 grades against the 8010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery & Olympus 8010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Olympus 8010
S620 | 8010 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Nikon S620
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Olympus 8010
S620 | 8010 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 enjoys outside measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Olympus 8010 has proportions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S620 and the 8010.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S620 and 8010 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and 8010.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus 8010 to produce more detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S620 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S620 vs Olympus 8010 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju Tough 8010 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 1/4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 ID | EN-EL12 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $37 | $600 |