Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Released February 2014

Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is relatively well matched but the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") feature different sensor measurements.

The A2100 IS was launched 6 years earlier than the S32 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the A2100 IS scores vs the S32 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Nikon Coolpix S32. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Nikon S32
A2100 IS | S32 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Canon A2100 IS
S32 | A2100 IS | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 60 months |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon S32
A2100 IS | S32 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2100 IS features outer measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A2100 IS compared to the S32.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and S32 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and S32.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A2100 IS because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S32 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 13MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4160 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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 | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 | - | 220 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $220 | $180 |