• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 8.3 megapixels
  • 13.90mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 8.3 megapixels
  • 15.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Olympus TG-Tracker advantages over Nikon 170

  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/2.8
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Longer video battery life
    95 vs 60 minutes
    Capture more video
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 480 vs 250 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Faster shutter
    1/24000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Nikon 170 advantages over Olympus TG-Tracker

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Lighter weight
    134g vs 180g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    345k vs 115k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Waterproof
    Both provide
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Nokia N8

Olympus TG-Tracker
Nokia N8
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $549
  • 1/1.83 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Touchscreen

Compare Olympus TG-Tracker vs Nokia N8

Nikon 170
Nokia N8
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $549
  • 1/1.83 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Touchscreen

Compare Nikon 170 vs Nokia N8

Compared to Samsung Galaxy S II

Olympus TG-Tracker
Samsung Galaxy S II
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $200
  • 1/3.2 inch
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Olympus TG-Tracker vs Samsung Galaxy S II

Nikon 170
Samsung Galaxy S II
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $200
  • 1/3.2 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Internal flash

Compare Nikon 170 vs Samsung Galaxy S II

Compared to Olympus TG-2

Olympus TG-Tracker
Olympus TG-2
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Olympus TG-Tracker vs Olympus TG-2

Nikon 170
Olympus TG-2
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Nikon 170 vs Olympus TG-2

Compared to Olympus TG-5

Olympus TG-Tracker
Olympus TG-5
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Focus peaking

Compare Olympus TG-Tracker vs Olympus TG-5

Nikon 170
Olympus TG-5
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • NFC
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon 170 vs Olympus TG-5

Compared to Olympus TG-6

Olympus TG-Tracker
Olympus TG-6
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Longer video battery life
  • $463
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Focus peaking

Compare Olympus TG-Tracker vs Olympus TG-6

Nikon 170
Olympus TG-6
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • NFC
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $463
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon 170 vs Olympus TG-6

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