Nikon S32 vs Samsung ST150F

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S32 and Samsung ST150F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively well matched but the S32 (1/3") and ST150F (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was manufactured 14 months after the ST150F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S32 grades vs the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon S32 enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S32 against the ST150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and ST150F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and ST150F.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S32 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung ST150F will resolve greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent S32 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.