Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340
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Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S800c versus Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S800c was announced 14 months later than the VR-340 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S800c scores against the VR-340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Olympus VR-340. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Olympus VR-340
S800c | VR-340 | |||
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Released | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 14 months |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 819k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+359k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Nikon S800c
VR-340 | S800c |
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Common features in the Nikon S800c and Olympus VR-340
S800c | VR-340 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S800c offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-340 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S800c versus Olympus VR-340 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S800c versus the VR-340.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and VR-340 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and VR-340.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger S800c provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S800c vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Olympus VR-340 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Olympus VR-340 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-02-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.0-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 819k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 140 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $290 | $130 |