Nikon S32 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S32 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly well matched but the S32 (1/3") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The S32 was announced 18 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S32 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S32 features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S32 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S32 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S32 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will give you extra detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher S32 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.