Nikon S32 vs Samsung PL120

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S32 and Samsung PL120, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty similar but the S32 (1/3") and PL120 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The S32 was brought out 3 years later than the PL120 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S32 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the S32 scores vs the PL120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S32 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S32 and Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the S32 and the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and PL120 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and PL120.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S32 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung PL120 will offer greater detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S32 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.