Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Updated by Canon SX160 IS
(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
- Released February 2014

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the S32 (13MP) is fairly comparable but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") boast different sensor dimensions.

The SX150 IS was released 21 months earlier than the S32 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the S32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Nikon Coolpix S32. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Nikon S32
SX150 IS | S32 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Canon SX150 IS
S32 | SX150 IS | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 21 months |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon S32
SX150 IS | S32 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS features outer measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Nikon S32 has proportions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the S32.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and S32 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and S32.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX150 IS due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon SX150 IS will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SX150 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-05-14 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photos | 220 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $180 |