Nikon S32 vs Nikon S3500

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.

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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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.