Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Released May 2019
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-5
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and TG-6 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S32 was manufactured 6 years before the TG-6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S32 scores vs the TG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Olympus TG-6
S32 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Nikon S32
TG-6 | S32 | |||
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Released | May 2019 | February 2014 | Newer by 64 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Olympus TG-6
S32 | TG-6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S32 has external measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 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 at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S32 against the TG-6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S32 and TG-6 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and TG-6.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S32 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon S32 will show greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S32 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2019-05-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 253 grams (0.56 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $180 | $449 |