Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
Nikon S9100
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Refreshed by Nikon S9300
Olympus TG-630 iHS
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
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In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon S9100 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S9100 grades versus the TG-630 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
| S9100 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Nikon S9100
| TG-630 iHS | S9100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | July 2011 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
| S9100 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9100 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus TG-630 iHS has dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S9100 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S9100 and the TG-630 iHS.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and TG-630 iHS is 91 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and TG-630 iHS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S9100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon S9100 Portrait photography highlights
Olympus TG-630 iHS Portrait photography highlights
manual focus
supports face detection focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
provides face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Nikon S9100 Street photography highlights
Olympus TG-630 iHS Street photography highlights
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (214 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Nikon S9100 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus TG-630 iHS as a Sports photography camera
great zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (270 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking focus
weather proof
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (220 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Nikon S9100 Travel photography highlights
Olympus TG-630 iHS Travel photography highlights
lighter than average in class (214 grams)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
missing Timelapse recording
terrible battery pack (270 per charge)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
weather proof
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
low battery life (220 per charge)
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Nikon S9100
Landscape photography with Olympus TG-630 iHS
manual focus
reasonably wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery pack (270 per charge)
missing Timelapse recording
decently wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low battery life (220 per charge)
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging with Nikon S9100
Vlogging with Olympus TG-630 iHS
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (214g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone socket
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic socket
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Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 214g (0.47 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 270 photographs | 220 photographs |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $329 | $200 |