Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2011

Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and WB210 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The S32 was manufactured 2 years after the WB210 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S32 grades vs the WB210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Samsung WB210. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Samsung WB210
S32 | WB210 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 32 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 1k | Crisper display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon S32
WB210 | S32 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Samsung WB210
S32 | WB210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Check the Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S32 compared to the WB210.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and WB210 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and WB210.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S32 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung WB210 will show extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more recent S32 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Samsung WB210 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 1 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 174 grams (0.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $180 | $279 |