Nikon S6200 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S6200 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was launched 16 months before the TG-830 iHS making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S6200 matches up vs the TG-830 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6200 features physical measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6200 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S6200 and the TG-830 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and TG-830 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and TG-830 iHS.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.