Nikon S32 vs Olympus VR-320

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S32 vs Olympus VR-320, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the S32 (1/3") and VR-320 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The S32 was released 2 years after the VR-320 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the S32 grades versus the VR-320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus VR-320. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S32 has got outside dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S32 vs Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S32 compared to the VR-320.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and VR-320 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and VR-320.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S32 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus VR-320 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher S32 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.