Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2009
(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
- Launched February 2014

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Casio EX-Z33 versus Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and S32 (13MP) and the EX-Z33 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-Z33 was introduced 5 years before the S32 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z33 scores vs the S32 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Nikon S32
EX-Z33 | S32 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Casio EX-Z33
S32 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 54 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S32
EX-Z33 | S32 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z33 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has sizing of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z33 versus Nikon S32 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z33 versus the S32.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and S32 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z33 and S32.
To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z33 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S32 will deliver more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4160 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | 106 grams (0.23 lb) | 175 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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 | - | 220 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-82 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $120 | $180 |