Nikon S32 vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Key Specs
(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
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Announced August 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-820UZ
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Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S32 and Olympus SP-820UZ, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is relatively similar but the S32 (1/3") and SP-820UZ (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S32 was revealed 18 months after the SP-820UZ which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S32 matches up against the SP-820UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
| S32 | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2014 |  | August 2012 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Nikon S32
| SP-820UZ | S32 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Olympus SP-820UZ
| S32 | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon S32 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 has external dimensions 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 SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S32 and Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S32 compared to the SP-820UZ.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and SP-820UZ is 90 and 69 respectively.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and SP-820UZ.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S32 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus SP-820UZ will offer more detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger S32 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2012-08-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.4-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m | 15.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 485g (1.07 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $180 | $299 |