Nikon S32 vs Nikon S6200

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S32 versus Nikon S6200, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the S6200 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the S32 (1/3") and S6200 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The S32 was introduced 2 years after the S6200 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the S32 matches up vs the S6200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Nikon Coolpix S6200. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Nikon S6200 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 features physical measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6200 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S32 and the S6200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S32 and S6200 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and S6200.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S32 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon S6200 will give you greater detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern S32 should have an advantage in sensor tech.