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Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F

Portability
90
Imaging
35
Features
23
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix S32 front
 
Samsung EX2F front
Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
62
Overall
46

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs

Nikon S32
(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
  • Announced February 2014
Samsung EX2F
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
  • 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
  • Announced December 2012
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Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F Overview

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S32 and Samsung EX2F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S32 (1/3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was brought out 14 months after the EX2F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the S32 grades against the EX2F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Samsung EX2F

 S32 EX2F 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014December 2012More modern by 14 months
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Nikon S32

 EX2F S32 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Nikon S32 and Samsung EX2F

 S32 EX2F 
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 enjoys exterior measurements 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 Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S32 versus the EX2F.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and EX2F is 90 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F top view buttons comparison

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and EX2F.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S32 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Nikon S32 will give you more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher S32 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F sensor size comparison

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S32
Portrait photography with Samsung EX2F
32
megapixel count good (13 megapixels)
has face detection focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/3")
no RAW format
41
manual focus
exports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Nikon S32 as a Street photography camera
Samsung EX2F as a Street photography camera
60
has image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/3")
no RAW format
68
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
more heavy than competitors (294g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S32
Sports photography with Samsung EX2F
36
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (13 megapixels)
environment proofing
max frames per second low (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/3")
terrible battery life (220 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
30
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S32 Travel photography advice
Samsung EX2F Travel photography advice
58
environment proofing
megapixel count good (13MP)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery life (220 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
66
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
really wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.4)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors (294g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S32
Landscape photography with Samsung EX2F
34
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (13MP)
environment proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/3")
no RAW format
terrible battery life (220 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse recording
53
manual focus
really wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.4)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S32 Vlogging info
Samsung EX2F Vlogging info
30
has image stabilization (Digital)
has face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have external mic socket
71
really wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f1.4)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
no microphone support
more heavy than competitors (294 grams)
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Nikon S32 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S32 and Samsung EX2F
 Nikon Coolpix S32Samsung EX2F
General Information
Make Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S32 Samsung EX2F
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2014-02-07 2012-12-18
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/3" 1/1.7"
Sensor measurements 4.8 x 3.6mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor surface area 17.3mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 13 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4160 x 3120 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 30-90mm (3.0x) 24-80mm (3.3x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/1.4-2.7
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Crop factor 7.5 4.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 0k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds -
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175g (0.39 lbs) 294g (0.65 lbs)
Physical dimensions 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 48
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 20.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 209
Other
Battery life 220 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $180 $478