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Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix S32 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9900 front
Portability
88
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 Key Specs

Nikon S32
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
  • Launched February 2014
Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
  • 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
  • Introduced February 2015
  • Succeeded the Nikon S9700
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Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 Overview

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the S32 (1/3") and S9900 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S32 was released 12 months prior to the S9900 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S32 grades versus the S9900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Nikon S9900

 S32 S9900 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Nikon S32

 S9900 S32 
IntroducedFebruary 2015February 2014More modern by 12 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Nikon S32 and Nikon S9900

 S32 S9900 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S32 and the S9900.

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and S9900 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and S9900.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S32 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Nikon S9900 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S32 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 sensor size comparison

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S32 Portrait photography features
Nikon S9900 Portrait photography features
33
sensor resolution is decent (13MP)
comes with face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
no RAW format
37
decent MP (16MP)
has face detect focusing
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S32 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S9900 as a Street photography camera
60
has image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
no RAW format
68
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (289 grams)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S32 Sports photography factors
Nikon S9900 Sports photography factors
36
has image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (13 megapixels)
weather proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
no phase detect autofocus
53
incredible zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S32
Travel photography with Nikon S9900
58
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (13MP)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
terrible battery pack (220 CIPA)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
77
lighter than average (289 grams)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen is selfie friendly
reasonably wide (25mm)
great reach (750mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S32 Landscape photography information
Nikon S9900 Landscape photography information
34
has image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (13MP)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
no RAW format
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
no Time Lapse function
47
reasonably wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S32
Vlogging with Nikon S9900
30
has image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no mic port
73
reasonably wide (25mm)
screen is selfie friendly
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (289 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
missing mic jack
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Nikon S32 vs Nikon S9900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S32 and Nikon S9900
 Nikon Coolpix S32Nikon Coolpix S9900
General Information
Brand Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix S32 Nikon Coolpix S9900
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2014-02-07 2015-02-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.8 x 3.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 17.3mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 13MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3
Maximum resolution 4160 x 3120 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 30-90mm (3.0x) 25-750mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.7-6.4
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 7.5 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 5.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 6.00 m (at Auto ISO)
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 grams (0.39 lbs) 289 grams (0.64 lbs)
Physical dimensions 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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 pictures 300 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL19 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $180 $300