Nikon S32 vs Samsung WB700

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S32 and Samsung WB700, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty similar but the S32 (1/3") and WB700 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was introduced 3 years after the WB700 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S32 scores against the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S32 enjoys exterior measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S32 compared to the WB700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and WB700 is 90 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and WB700.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S32 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung WB700 will offer you greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The younger S32 provides an advantage in sensor technology.