Nikon S32 vs Sony H90

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S32 versus Sony H90, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the H90 (16MP) is fairly close but the S32 (1/3") and H90 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was brought out 24 months later than the H90 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the S32 grades vs the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S32 features external measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S32 versus Sony H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S32 vs the H90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and H90 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and H90.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S32 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony H90 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger S32 provides a benefit in sensor tech.