Nikon S32 vs Sony HX50V

Below is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S32 vs Sony HX50V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S32 (13MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the S32 (1/3") and HX50V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The S32 was unveiled 10 months later than the HX50V so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S32 grades vs the HX50V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 features outer measurements 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 HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S32 compared to the HX50V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and HX50V.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S32 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony HX50V will render greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher S32 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.