Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
Photography Glossary Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon S630 and Olympus TG-630 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope CameraThe S630 was introduced 4 years before the TG-630 iHS which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S630 grades versus the TG-630 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery & Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
| S630 | TG-630 iHS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Nikon S630
| TG-630 iHS | S630 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months | |
| Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
| S630 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S630 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus TG-630 iHS has dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S630 and Olympus TG-630 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S630 compared to the TG-630 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and TG-630 iHS is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and TG-630 iHS.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged S630 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - | 220 photographs |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-L12 | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $240 | $200 |