Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22
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Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 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
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS33
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is fairly close but the S32 (1/3") and FH22 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S32 was introduced 4 years later than the FH22 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S32 grades against the FH22 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Panasonic FH22
S32 | FH22 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2010 | Fresher by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Nikon S32
FH22 | S32 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Panasonic FH22
S32 | FH22 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 offers outside measurements 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 Panasonic FH22 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S32 against the FH22.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and FH22 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and FH22.
All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S32 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FH22 will result in more detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer S32 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $180 | $200 |