Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-4
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Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Revealed April 2015
- Old Model is Olympus TG-3
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-5
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon S6500 versus Olympus TG-4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S6500 was brought out 3 years prior to the TG-4 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S6500 matches up versus the TG-4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Olympus TG-4
S6500 | TG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Nikon S6500
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Revealed | April 2015 | January 2013 | More modern by 27 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Olympus TG-4
S6500 | TG-4 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-4 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6500 versus Olympus TG-4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S6500 against the TG-4.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and TG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6500 and TG-4.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos however you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S6500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S6500 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2015-04-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | AMOLED display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (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 | - | 380 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $170 | $379 |