Nikon S8100 vs Olympus TG-6

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S8100 and Olympus TG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was brought out 9 years earlier than the TG-6 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S8100 scores versus the TG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S8100 features outer measurements 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 TG-6 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8100 and Olympus TG-6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S8100 against the TG-6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and TG-6 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and TG-6.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S8100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.