Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310
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![Nikon Coolpix S620 front Nikon Coolpix S620 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S620/Nikon-S620-front.jpg)
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S620 and Olympus TG-310, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S620 was brought out 23 months before the TG-310 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S620 scores against the TG-310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Olympus TG-310. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery & Olympus TG-310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Olympus TG-310
S620 | TG-310 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-310 over the Nikon S620
TG-310 | S620 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Olympus TG-310
S620 | TG-310 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-310 has sizing of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S620 and Olympus TG-310 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S620 compared to the TG-310.
![Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 size comparison Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Olympus-TG-310-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S620 and TG-310 is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 top view buttons comparison Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Olympus-TG-310-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S620 and TG-310.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Olympus TG-310 to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S620 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 sensor size comparison Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Olympus-TG-310-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Olympus-TG-310-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-310 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus TG-310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus TG-310 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 150 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $37 | $0 |