Nikon S32 vs Panasonic FX90

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S32 and Panasonic FX90, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S32 (1/3") and FX90 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was launched 2 years later than the FX90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S32 scores vs the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 has got 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) while the Panasonic FX90 has sizing of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S32 and Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S32 against the FX90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and FX90 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and FX90.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S32 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon S32 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer S32 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.