Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S32

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is pretty close but the EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZR100 was introduced 3 years before the S32 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR100 matches up against the S32 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the S32.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and S32 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and S32.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR100 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon S32 will result in greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.