Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(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
- Announced February 2014
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32 Overview
Let's look closer at the Nikon L28 and Nikon S32, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and S32 (13MP) and the L28 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe L28 was brought out 12 months prior to the S32 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L28 grades vs the S32 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Nikon S32
L28 | S32 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Nikon L28
S32 | L28 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Nikon S32
L28 | S32 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 provides external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has proportions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L28 and Nikon S32 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the L28 vs the S32.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and S32 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L28 and S32.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L28 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon L28 will offer you extra detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L28 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | 280 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | - | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $90 | $180 |