Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced June 2013

Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Nikon S8000 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S8000 was launched 4 years before the TG-2 iHS which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the S8000 matches up vs the TG-2 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
S8000 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 610k | Crisper screen (+311k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Nikon S8000
TG-2 iHS | S8000 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8000 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
S8000 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8000 has outer measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S8000 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S8000 against the TG-2 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and TG-2 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8000 and TG-2 iHS.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S8000 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S8000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8000 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2013-06-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 610k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 pounds) | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $300 | $380 |