Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S32
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009
(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
- Released February 2014

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S32 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is relatively comparable but the S1000pj (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The S1000pj was manufactured 5 years before the S32 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the S1000pj grades versus the S32 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S32 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Nikon Coolpix S32. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon S32
S1000pj | S32 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Nikon S1000pj
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 54 months |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S32
S1000pj | S32 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S32 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S1000pj and the S32.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and S32 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and S32.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1000pj featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S32 will provide greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4160 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.10 m |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 175 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 220 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $289 | $180 |