Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon S9500
- Later Model is Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and TG-630 iHS (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S9700 was introduced 14 months later than the TG-630 iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S9700 matches up against the TG-630 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
S9700 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | January 2013 | More recent by 14 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Nikon S9700
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Common features in the Nikon S9700 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
S9700 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9700 provides outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus TG-630 iHS has dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S9700 versus the TG-630 iHS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S9700 and TG-630 iHS is 90 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S9700 and TG-630 iHS.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S9700 to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S9700 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S9700 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
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 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) | 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 232 gr (0.51 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 | 300 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $350 | $200 |