Nikon AW110 vs Nikon S32

Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon AW110 and Nikon S32, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and S32 (13MP) and the AW110 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The AW110 was announced 7 months before the S32 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the AW110 scores versus the S32 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW110 features physical dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has sizing of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Nikon AW110 and Nikon S32 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the AW110 compared to the S32.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW110 and S32 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The pic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW110 and S32.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The AW110 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon AW110 will give extra detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged AW110 is going to be behind in sensor technology.