Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500
90 Imaging
36 Features
23 Overall
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88 Imaging
34 Features
54 Overall
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Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500 Key Specs
(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
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F1.8-2.4) lens
- 386g - 114 x 63 x 29mm
- Released July 2010
- Alternate Name is EX1

Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S32 versus Samsung TL500, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S32 (13MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the S32 (1/3") and TL500 (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.

The S32 was revealed 3 years later than the TL500 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S32 scores against the TL500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Samsung TL500. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Samsung TL500
S32 | TL500 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 44 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL500 over the Nikon S32
TL500 | S32 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Samsung TL500
S32 | TL500 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S32 has outside measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S32 versus Samsung TL500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S32 vs the TL500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S32 and TL500 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and TL500.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S32 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S32 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer S32 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S32 vs Samsung TL500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Samsung TL500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Samsung TL500 |
Otherwise known as | - | EX1 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-02-07 | 2010-07-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.8-2.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 386 grams (0.85 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 114 x 63 x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 40 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $180 | $527 |