Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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90 Imaging
36 Features
23 Overall
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Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(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

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the S32 (13MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-H15 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-H15 was brought out 5 years earlier than the S32 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-H15 grades vs the S32 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H15 & Nikon Coolpix S32. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Nikon S32
EX-H15 | S32 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Casio EX-H15
S32 | EX-H15 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 49 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Nikon S32
EX-H15 | S32 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-H15 has external measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has specifications 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 Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H15 and the S32.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H15 and S32 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H15 and S32.
All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-H15 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Casio EX-H15 will show greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-H15 will be behind in sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 161 grams (0.35 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-90 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $180 |