Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-45
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Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-45 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
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Here, we are contrasting the Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-45, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S8100 was released 21 months later than the FE-45 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S8100 matches up against the FE-45 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Olympus FE-45
| S8100 | FE-45 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 21 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-45 over the Nikon S8100
| FE-45 | S8100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Olympus FE-45
| S8100 | FE-45 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-45 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S8100 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus FE-45 has specifications of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S8100 versus the FE-45.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and FE-45 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-45 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and FE-45.
Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S8100 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S8100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S8100 vs Olympus FE-45 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Olympus FE-45 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Olympus FE-45 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-09-08 | 2009-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash settings | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 180g (0.40 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 94 x 62 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 | 220 pictures | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $299 | $130 |