Nikon A900 vs Nikon S32
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46 Features
58 Overall
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Nikon A900 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Replacement is Nikon A1000
(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
- Revealed February 2014
Nikon A900 vs Nikon S32 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon A900 versus Nikon S32, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and S32 (13MP) and the A900 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") posses different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A900 was launched 2 years after the S32 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the A900 grades vs the S32 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon A900 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Nikon S32
A900 | S32 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | February 2014 | More modern by 25 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Nikon A900
S32 | A900 |
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Common features in the Nikon A900 and Nikon S32
A900 | S32 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon A900 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon A900 enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A900 versus Nikon S32 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the A900 vs the S32.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and S32 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Nikon A900 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and S32.
Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A900 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon A900 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger A900 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon A900 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4160 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 lb) | 175 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 220 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $400 | $180 |