Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S32

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and S32 (1/3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was launched 16 months prior to the S32 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades vs the S32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 offers external dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S32 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 and the S32.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and S32 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and S32.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S32 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XF1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.