Nikon S630 vs Olympus VG-160
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus VG-160 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
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
Nikon S630 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon S630 versus Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S630 was introduced 3 years prior to the VG-160 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S630 grades vs the VG-160 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S630 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Olympus VG-160. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Olympus VG-160
S630 | VG-160 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Nikon S630
VG-160 | S630 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 35 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Olympus VG-160
S630 | VG-160 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon S630 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S630 has outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Nikon S630 versus Olympus VG-160 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S630 versus the VG-160.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and VG-160 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and VG-160.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus VG-160 to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S630 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S630 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Olympus VG-160 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 gr (0.31 lb) | 125 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 165 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-L12 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $240 | $90 |