Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410
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Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2012

Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and VH-410 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S8100 was released 23 months earlier than the VH-410 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the S8100 matches up against the VH-410 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Olympus VH-410. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Olympus VH-410
S8100 | VH-410 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Nikon S8100
VH-410 | S8100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 23 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Olympus VH-410
S8100 | VH-410 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus VH-410 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S8100 against the VH-410.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and VH-410 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and VH-410.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus VH-410 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged S8100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8100 vs Olympus VH-410 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Olympus VH-410 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Olympus VH-410 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-09-08 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $299 | $186 |