Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 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
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Launched May 2012
Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon S630 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S630 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the TG-1 iHS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S630 scores vs the TG-1 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
S630 | TG-1 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Nikon S630
TG-1 iHS | S630 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 39 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 610k | 230k | Clearer screen (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
S630 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S630 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S630 against the TG-1 iHS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and TG-1 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S630 and TG-1 iHS.
As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S630 will be behind in sensor tech.
Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-02-03 | 2012-05-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 610k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 230g (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 350 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-L12 | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $240 | $399 |