FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32
94 Imaging
37 Features
16 Overall
28


90 Imaging
36 Features
23 Overall
30
FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AV205
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the S32 (13MP) is very well matched but the AV200 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

The AV200 was introduced 4 years before the S32 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the AV200 grades vs the S32 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Nikon S32
AV200 | S32 |
---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the FujiFilm AV200
S32 | AV200 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 37 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon S32
AV200 | S32 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 has got outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the AV200 and the S32.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the AV200 and S32 is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and S32.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The AV200 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the FujiFilm AV200 will give you greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older AV200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | 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 | 4288 x 3216 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" 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 | 180 shots | 220 shots |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $0 | $180 |