Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320 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
- Launched 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 (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2012

Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S620 versus Olympus TG-320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S620 was unveiled 3 years prior to the TG-320 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the S620 grades vs the TG-320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Olympus TG-320. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Olympus TG-320
S620 | TG-320 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Nikon S620
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Olympus TG-320
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S620 enjoys outside dimensions 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 TG-320 has measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S620 versus Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S620 vs the TG-320.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and TG-320 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and TG-320.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-320 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus TG-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus TG-320 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias 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 files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | 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 | ||
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 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical 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 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 | - | 150 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $37 | $0 |