Nikon S32 vs Sony H50

The following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S32 vs Sony H50, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S32 (13MP) and H50 (9MP) and the S32 (1/3") and H50 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S32 was released 5 years after the H50 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S32 grades against the H50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S32 vs Sony H50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S32 vs the H50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S32 and H50 is 90 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and H50.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S32 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon S32 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern S32 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.