Nikon S32 vs Olympus Tough-3000

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S32 and Olympus Tough-3000, both Waterproof cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S32 (1/3") and Tough-3000 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was manufactured 4 years later than the Tough-3000 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S32 grades against the Tough-3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S32 features exterior measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Nikon S32 and Olympus Tough-3000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S32 vs the Tough-3000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and Tough-3000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and Tough-3000.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S32 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon S32 will produce more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent S32 should have an advantage in sensor tech.