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Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix S6200 front
 
Olympus VH-410 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 Key Specs

Nikon S6200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
  • 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
  • Announced August 2011
Olympus VH-410
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
  • Revealed August 2012
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Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon S6200 versus Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S6200 was unveiled 12 months before the VH-410 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S6200 grades vs the VH-410 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Olympus VH-410

 S6200 VH-410 
Focus manually Very precise focus

Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Nikon S6200

 VH-410 S6200 
RevealedAugust 2012August 2011More modern by 12 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Olympus VH-410

 S6200 VH-410 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6200 provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6200 versus Olympus VH-410 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S6200 against the VH-410.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and VH-410 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and VH-410.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6200 Portrait photography features
Olympus VH-410 Portrait photography features
40
focusing manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
35
good resolution (16MP)
includes face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6200 Street photography details
Olympus VH-410 Street photography details
63
image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts touch to focus
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6200 Sports photography advice
Olympus VH-410 Sports photography advice
40
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
41
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S6200
Travel photography with Olympus VH-410
70
offers focus via touch
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
68
boasts touch to focus
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6200 Landscape photography factors
Olympus VH-410 Landscape photography factors
43
focusing manually
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
43
decently wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S6200
Vlogging with Olympus VH-410
31
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
33
decently wide (26mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
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Nikon S6200 vs Olympus VH-410 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6200 and Olympus VH-410
 Nikon Coolpix S6200Olympus VH-410
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Olympus
Model Nikon Coolpix S6200 Olympus VH-410
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-08-24 2012-08-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 TruePic III+
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-250mm (10.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.6 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 4.70 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye 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
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160 grams (0.35 lbs) 152 grams (0.34 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 250 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 LI-50B
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $229 $186