Nikon S32 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a complete review of the Nikon S32 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The S32 was unveiled 2 months later than the Galaxy Camera 2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S32 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 provides external measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S32 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S32 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S32 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will produce greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively.