Nikon S32 vs Sony HX20V

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S32 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S32 (13MP) and HX20V (18MP) and the S32 (1/3") and HX20V (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The S32 was released 19 months later than the HX20V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S32 scores against the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S32 provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S32 vs Sony HX20V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S32 vs the HX20V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and HX20V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and HX20V.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S32 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony HX20V will give greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger S32 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.