Nikon S8100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S8100 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was launched 20 months prior to the TG-1 iHS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the S8100 matches up vs the TG-1 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-1 iHS has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S8100 vs the TG-1 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and TG-1 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and TG-1 iHS.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S8100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.