Nikon S32 vs Olympus SH-50

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S32 versus Olympus SH-50, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and SH-50 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S32 was manufactured 14 months after the SH-50 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S32 matches up vs the SH-50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus SH-50. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S32 versus Olympus SH-50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S32 vs the SH-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and SH-50 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and SH-50.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S32 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus SH-50 will produce extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent S32 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.