Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6
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Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon S9300
- Updated by Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2019
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-5

Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and TG-6 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S9500 was unveiled 7 years before the TG-6 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S9500 matches up versus the TG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Olympus TG-6
S9500 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Nikon S9500
TG-6 | S9500 | |||
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Announced | May 2019 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 76 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper display (+426k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S9500 and Olympus TG-6
S9500 | TG-6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S9500 has got physical measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S9500 against the TG-6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and TG-6 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and TG-6.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S9500 to render extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged S9500 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9500 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2019-05-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-550mm (22.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 614 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.5 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 253g (0.56 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | 230 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $230 | $449 |