Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-320

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S6300 and Olympus TG-320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was unveiled around the same time to the TG-320 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S6300 scores against the TG-320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Olympus TG-320. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6300 enjoys exterior measurements of 94mm 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 TG-320 has sizing of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Nikon S6300 and Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6300 versus the TG-320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and TG-320 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and TG-320.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6300 to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.