Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
Nikon S9100
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Newer Model is Nikon S9300
Olympus TG-830 iHS
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the S9100 matches up against the TG-830 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
| S9100 | TG-830 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Nikon S9100
| TG-830 iHS | S9100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | July 2011 | Fresher by 17 months |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
| S9100 | TG-830 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S9100 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has specifications of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S9100 versus the TG-830 iHS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and TG-830 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and TG-830 iHS.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus TG-830 iHS to resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older S9100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon S9100 Portrait photography details
Olympus TG-830 iHS Portrait photography details
manual focus
supports face detect focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (214 grams)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Nikon S9100 Sports photography features
Olympus TG-830 iHS Sports photography features
long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (270 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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lighter than competition (214 grams)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
not so great battery pack (270 shots)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
environment proof
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Nikon S9100 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus TG-830 iHS as a Landscape photography camera
manual focus
reasonably wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
not so great battery pack (270 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
environment proof
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Nikon S9100 Vlogging factors
Olympus TG-830 iHS Vlogging factors
reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (214g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone support
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing mic port
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Nikon S9100 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 214g (0.47 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| 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 images | 300 images |
| Form of battery | 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 recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $329 | $0 |