Nikon S6400 vs Olympus TG-870

In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon S6400 vs Olympus TG-870, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the TG-870 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was released 4 years before the TG-870 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S6400 scores against the TG-870 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Olympus TG-870 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6400 provides external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Olympus TG-870 has specifications of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6400 vs Olympus TG-870 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S6400 against the TG-870.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6400 and TG-870 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6400 and TG-870.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6400 will be behind in sensor innovation.