Nikon L32 vs Nikon S02

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon L32 and Nikon S02, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and S02 (13MP) and the L32 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The L32 was released 17 months after the S02 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L32 grades vs the S02 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Nikon Coolpix S02. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L32 Gallery & Nikon S02 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S02 has proportions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the L32 compared to the S02.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L32 and S02 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L32 and S02.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L32 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon L32 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent L32 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.