Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S32
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Announced January 2012
(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-ZR15 vs Nikon S32 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and S32 (13MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-ZR15 was revealed 3 years before the S32 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 grades versus the S32 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon S32
EX-ZR15 | S32 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Casio EX-ZR15
S32 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 25 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S32
EX-ZR15 | S32 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has sizing of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S32 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the S32.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and S32 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and S32.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR15 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Casio EX-ZR15 will produce more detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR15 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 13MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $249 | $180 |