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Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
Canon PowerShot A2200 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S32 front
Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs

Canon A2200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
  • Released January 2011
Nikon S32
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
  • Announced February 2014
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Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon A2200 and Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the S32 (13MP) is very comparable but the A2200 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The A2200 was launched 4 years prior to the S32 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A2200 grades against the S32 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Nikon S32

 A2200 S32 

Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Canon A2200

 S32 A2200 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014January 2011Fresher by 37 months

Common features in the Canon A2200 and Nikon S32

 A2200 S32 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurement
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2200 provides outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2200 and the S32.

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and S32 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 top view buttons comparison

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A2200 and S32.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A2200 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon A2200 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older A2200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 sensor size comparison

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A2200 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S32 as a Portrait photography camera
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
33
decent sensor resolution (13MP)
features face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon A2200 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S32 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than average (135 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon A2200 Sports photography factors
Nikon S32 Sports photography factors
37
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
great battery life (280 CIPA)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
36
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (13MP)
weather sealing
slow frames per second (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/3")
low battery pack (220 shots)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon A2200
Travel photography with Nikon S32
70
great battery life (280 CIPA)
lighter than average (135 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
58
weather sealing
decent sensor resolution (13 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse function
low battery pack (220 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A2200 Landscape photography info
Nikon S32 Landscape photography info
36
rather wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
great battery life (280 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
34
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (13MP)
weather sealing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
low battery pack (220 shots)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon A2200
Vlogging with Nikon S32
30
rather wide (28mm)
has face detection focusing
lighter than average (135 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone support
30
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone port
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Canon A2200 vs Nikon S32 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2200 and Nikon S32
 Canon PowerShot A2200Nikon Coolpix S32
General Information
Company Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot A2200 Nikon Coolpix S32
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-05 2014-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
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 14 megapixel 13 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4160 x 3120
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 30-90mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 7.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT LCD TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1600s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 3.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135g (0.30 lbs) 175g (0.39 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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 pictures 220 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-8L EN-EL19
Self timer Yes Yes (Approx. 10 seconds )
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $139 $180