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Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
44
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix W300 front
 
Olympus TG-830 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs

Nikon W300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
  • Released May 2017
Olympus TG-830 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 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
  • 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2013
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Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon W300 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W300 was introduced 4 years after the TG-830 iHS which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the W300 grades against the TG-830 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS

 W300 TG-830 iHS 
RevealedMay 2017January 2013More modern by 54 months
Display resolution921k460kClearer display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Nikon W300

 TG-830 iHS W300 

Common features in the Nikon W300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS

 W300 TG-830 iHS 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon W300 provides physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Nikon W300 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the W300 and the TG-830 iHS.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the W300 and TG-830 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS top view buttons comparison

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the W300 and TG-830 iHS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern W300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS sensor size comparison

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon W300
Portrait photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
36
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
MP count good (16MP)
comes with face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon W300
Street photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon W300 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus TG-830 iHS as a Sports photography camera
49
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
environment sealing
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
48
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon W300 Travel photography info
Olympus TG-830 iHS Travel photography info
73
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
67
environment proof
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon W300 Landscape photography factors
Olympus TG-830 iHS Landscape photography factors
48
relatively wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
45
fairly wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon W300 Vlogging details
Olympus TG-830 iHS Vlogging details
33
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no mic port
33
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic socket
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Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon W300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
 Nikon Coolpix W300Olympus TG-830 iHS
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Olympus
Model type Nikon Coolpix W300 Olympus TG-830 iHS
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2017-05-31 2013-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type - 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 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.9-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 921k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 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 Built-in BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 231g (0.51 lb) 214g (0.47 lb)
Physical dimensions 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") 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 280 images 300 images
Battery type Built-in Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 LI-50B
Self timer Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail cost $387 $0