Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX75

Here is a complete assessment of the Nikon S32 versus Panasonic FX75, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is pretty close but the S32 (1/3") and FX75 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was manufactured 3 years later than the FX75 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S32 matches up versus the FX75 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 features physical 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) and the Panasonic FX75 has sizing of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Nikon S32 versus Panasonic FX75 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S32 and the FX75.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S32 and FX75 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and FX75.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S32 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FX75 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher S32 should have an advantage in sensor technology.