Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S32

Here is a extended review of the Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and S32 (13MP) and the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX710 HS was revealed 12 months later than the S32 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX710 HS scores versus the S32 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Nikon Coolpix S32. The full galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS provides physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S32 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX710 HS vs the S32.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and S32 is 89 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and S32.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX710 HS having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon SX710 HS will resolve more detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.