Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2013
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Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S8200 was brought out 22 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S8200 matches up vs the TG-2 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
| S8200 | TG-2 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 961k |  | 610k | Clearer screen (+351k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Nikon S8200
| TG-2 iHS | S8200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2013 |  | August 2011 | More modern by 22 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
| S8200 | TG-2 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S8200 provides external 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-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S8200 and the TG-2 iHS.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and TG-2 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The image underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and TG-2 iHS.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to give greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S8200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2013-06-28 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 961 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | OLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 250 pictures | 350 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | Li-90B |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $329 | $380 |