Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500
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Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Released February 2013

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500 Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S32 versus Nikon S3500, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the S32 (13MP) and S3500 (20MP) and the S32 (1/3") and S3500 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The S32 was released 12 months later than the S3500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S32 grades against the S3500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Nikon Coolpix S3500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Nikon S3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Nikon S3500
S32 | S3500 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Nikon S32
S3500 | S32 |
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Common features in the Nikon S32 and Nikon S3500
S32 | S3500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S32 offers physical measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3500 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S32 versus Nikon S3500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S32 compared to the S3500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and S3500 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and S3500.
All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S32 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Nikon S3500 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger S32 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2013-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 26-182mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.4-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 129g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $180 | $85 |