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FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S32 front
Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs

FujiFilm XP10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
  • Introduced February 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix XP11
  • Renewed by Fujifilm XP30
Nikon S32
(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
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 Overview

The following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon S32, both Waterproof cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is relatively comparable but the XP10 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The XP10 was unveiled 5 years before the S32 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the XP10 matches up vs the S32 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Nikon S32

 XP10 S32 

Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the FujiFilm XP10

 S32 XP10 
LaunchedFebruary 2014February 2010Newer by 48 months

Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon S32

 XP10 S32 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm XP10 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon S32 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the XP10 against the S32.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and S32 is 95 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison

Often, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XP10 and S32.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The XP10 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S32 will show greater detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged XP10 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S32 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
33
megapixel count decent (13MP)
offers face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S32 as a Street photography camera
60
environment proofing
lighter than average in class (135g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
60
has image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
fixed screen
small sensor (1/3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Sports photography features
Nikon S32 Sports photography features
30
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
36
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (13MP)
environment sealing
slow frames per second (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/3")
terrible battery power (220 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm XP10
Travel photography with Nikon S32
60
lighter than average in class (135g)
environment proofing
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
58
environment sealing
megapixel count decent (13 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
terrible battery power (220 shots)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm XP10
Landscape photography with Nikon S32
27
environment proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
34
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (13 megapixels)
environment sealing
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/3")
no RAW files
terrible battery power (220 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Vlogging factors
Nikon S32 Vlogging factors
25
lighter than average in class (135 grams)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone port
30
has image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have microphone support
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon S32 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon S32
 FujiFilm FinePix XP10Nikon Coolpix S32
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix XP10 Nikon Coolpix S32
Also Known as FinePix XP11 -
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Introduced 2010-02-02 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 surface area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 13 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4160 x 3120
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 64 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 30-90mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135 gr (0.30 pounds) 175 gr (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") 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 - 220 photographs
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (Approx. 10 seconds )
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $175 $180