Nikon S32 vs Olympus 7010

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S32 vs Olympus 7010, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the 7010 (12MP) is fairly similar but the S32 (1/3") and 7010 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was brought out 4 years after the 7010 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S32 matches up against the 7010 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus Stylus 7010. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus 7010 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus 7010 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S32 compared to the 7010.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and 7010 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and 7010.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S32 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Nikon S32 will deliver more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger S32 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.