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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR front
 
Nikon Coolpix S32 front
Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 Key Specs

Fujifilm F550 EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
  • Announced July 2011
Nikon S32
(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
  • Announced February 2014
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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 Overview

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Nikon S32, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and S32 (13MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and S32 (1/3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was launched 3 years prior to the S32 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR matches up against the S32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm F550 EXR over the Nikon S32

 Fujifilm F550 EXR S32 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Fujifilm F550 EXR

 S32 Fujifilm F550 EXR 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014July 2011Newer by 31 months

Common features in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Nikon S32

 Fujifilm F550 EXR S32 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR features outer dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has proportions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Nikon S32 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs the S32.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and S32 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and S32.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F550 EXR will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm F550 EXR Portrait photography information
Nikon S32 Portrait photography information
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resolution is good (16MP)
saves RAW formats
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2")
33
good resolution (13MP)
includes face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm F550 EXR
Street photography with Nikon S32
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competition (215 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2")
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm F550 EXR Sports photography information
Nikon S32 Sports photography information
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long zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking focus
sensor size is small (1/2")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
36
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (13MP)
environment proofing
slow frames per second (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/3")
bad battery power (220 CIPA)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm F550 EXR Travel photography advice
Nikon S32 Travel photography advice
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lighter than competition (215g)
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long reach (360mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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environment proofing
good resolution (13 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Timelapse recording
bad battery power (220 shots)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm F550 EXR as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S32 as a Landscape photography camera
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relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor size is small (1/2")
doesn't have Timelapse function
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built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (13 megapixels)
environment proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
tiny sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW support
bad battery power (220 per charge)
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm F550 EXR Vlogging features
Nikon S32 Vlogging features
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relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (215 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
doesn't have microphone jack
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built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no microphone support
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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon S32 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm F550 EXR and Nikon S32
 Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXRNikon Coolpix S32
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR Nikon Coolpix S32
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Announced 2011-07-19 2014-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 13 megapixel
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
Max boosted ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-360mm (15.0x) 30-90mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 7.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 8.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.20 m 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format AVI MPEG4 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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 215 grams (0.47 lb) 175 grams (0.39 lb)
Dimensions 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 39 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 19.2 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 10.6 not tested
DXO Low light score 158 not tested
Other
Battery life - 220 photographs
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-50 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) Yes (Approx. 10 seconds )
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail price $450 $180