Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9500

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9500, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Nikon. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the S32 (13MP) and S9500 (18MP) and the S32 (1/3") and S9500 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The S32 was revealed 13 months later than the S9500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S32 scores vs the S9500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Nikon Coolpix S9500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 features 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 S9500 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S32 compared to the S9500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and S9500 is 90 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and S9500.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S32 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S9500 will render extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger S32 should have an advantage in sensor tech.