Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32
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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Launched June 2013
- Earlier Model is Canon SX150 IS
- New Model is Canon SX170 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
- Announced February 2014

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX160 IS versus Nikon S32, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and S32 (13MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") possess different sensor size.

The SX160 IS was unveiled 7 months prior to the S32 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the S32 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix S32. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Nikon S32
SX160 IS | S32 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Canon SX160 IS
S32 | SX160 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S32
SX160 IS | S32 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS provides exterior measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has proportions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS versus Nikon S32 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX160 IS against the S32.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and S32 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and S32.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX160 IS having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon SX160 IS will produce extra detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SX160 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 13MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 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 | 380 pictures | 220 pictures |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $199 | $180 |