Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32
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![Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37/Fujifilm-Z37-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S32 front Nikon Coolpix S32 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S32/Nikon-S32-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced July 2009
(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
- Introduced February 2014
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon S32, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and S32 (13MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") feature totally different sensor size.
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The Fujifilm Z37 was manufactured 5 years before the S32 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up vs the S32 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Nikon S32
Fujifilm Z37 | S32 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Fujifilm Z37
S32 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 55 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon S32
Fujifilm Z37 | S32 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z37 offers external dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 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).
Check the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon S32 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 compared to the S32.
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 size comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S32-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and S32 is 95 and 90 respectively.
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S32-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z37 and S32.
All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon S32 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 sensor size comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S32-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S32-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 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 | 10MP | 13MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" 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 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $180 |