Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2
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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched April 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Introduced March 2015
- Earlier Model is Olympus SH-1
- Later Model is Olympus SH-3

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S810c versus Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S810c was released 11 months before the SH-2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the S810c grades versus the SH-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Olympus SH-2
S810c | SH-2 | |||
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Display size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+769k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Nikon S810c
SH-2 | S810c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | March 2015 | ![]() | April 2014 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S810c and Olympus SH-2
S810c | SH-2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c comes with outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus SH-2 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S810c versus Olympus SH-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S810c vs the SH-2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and SH-2 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and SH-2.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S810c is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S810c vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-04-10 | 2015-03-11 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 11.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash options | - | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 | 270 shots | 380 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $350 | $399 |