Nikon S32 vs Sony S2100

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S32 and Sony S2100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very similar but the S32 (1/3") and S2100 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The S32 was released 4 years after the S2100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S32 matches up against the S2100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 has got outer measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S32 and Sony S2100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S32 versus the S2100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and S2100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and S2100.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S32 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S32 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger S32 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.