Nikon S32 vs Olympus 7040

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S32 vs Olympus 7040, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and 7040 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The S32 was brought out 4 years later than the 7040 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S32 scores versus the 7040 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus Stylus 7040. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 has got exterior measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7040 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S32 and the 7040.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and 7040 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and 7040.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S32 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus 7040 will produce more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern S32 provides a benefit in sensor tech.