Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S620 was unveiled 4 years before the TG-630 iHS and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S620 grades vs the TG-630 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The full galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S620 has outer 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 TG-630 iHS has dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S620 compared to the TG-630 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S620 and TG-630 iHS is 96 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and TG-630 iHS.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older S620 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.