Nikon S32 vs Nikon S5200

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon S32 vs Nikon S5200, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Nikon. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is very close but the S32 (1/3") and S5200 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was revealed 13 months later than the S5200 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S32 scores against the S5200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The full galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S32 versus the S5200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and S5200 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and S5200.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S32 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Nikon S5200 will result in more detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger S32 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.