Nikon S32 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below, we are looking at the Nikon S32 versus Panasonic ZS50, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and ZS50 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S32 was launched 11 months before the ZS50 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S32 scores against the ZS50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S32 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S32 versus the ZS50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and ZS50 is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and ZS50.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S32 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon S32 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The older S32 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.