Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870
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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-860
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S8200 versus Olympus TG-870, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the TG-870 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S8200 was launched 5 years before the TG-870 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the S8200 scores against the TG-870 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Olympus TG-870 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Olympus TG-870
S8200 | TG-870 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 961k | 921k | Crisper screen (+40k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Nikon S8200
TG-870 | S8200 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | August 2011 | Newer by 53 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Olympus TG-870
S8200 | TG-870 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus TG-870 has measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S8200 versus Olympus TG-870 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S8200 and the TG-870.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and TG-870 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and TG-870.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S8200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-870 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2016-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 961k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 gr (0.47 lb) | 221 gr (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 300 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $329 | $280 |