Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S6300 was launched 11 months earlier than the TG-830 iHS and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S6300 matches up against the TG-830 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
S6300 | TG-830 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Nikon S6300
TG-830 iHS | S6300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
S6300 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 enjoys exterior dimensions 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-830 iHS has dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S6300 versus the TG-830 iHS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and TG-830 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and TG-830 iHS.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S6300 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 230 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $200 | $0 |