FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon S32

In this write-up, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JX350 and Nikon S32, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the JX350 (16MP) and S32 (13MP) and the JX350 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The JX350 was revealed 4 years before the S32 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the JX350 matches up vs the S32 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX350 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX350 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX350 comes with physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JX350 and Nikon S32 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the JX350 against the S32.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX350 and S32 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JX350 and S32.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The JX350 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the FujiFilm JX350 will give greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged JX350 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.