Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48
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![Nikon Coolpix S32 front Nikon Coolpix S32 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S32/Nikon-S32-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX48/Panasonic-FX48-front.jpg)
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Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 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
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
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Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is very comparable but the S32 (1/3") and FX48 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
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The S32 was released 5 years after the FX48 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the S32 grades vs the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Panasonic FX48
S32 | FX48 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 62 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Nikon S32
FX48 | S32 |
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Common features in the Nikon S32 and Panasonic FX48
S32 | FX48 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 provides exterior 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 Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S32 against the FX48.
![Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 size comparison Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX48-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S32 and FX48 is 90 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 top view buttons comparison Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX48-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and FX48.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S32 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon S32 will show more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S32 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 sensor size comparison Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX48-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX48-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $325 |