Nikon S32 vs Sony S930

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon S32 vs Sony S930, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the S32 (13MP) and S930 (10MP) and the S32 (1/3") and S930 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The S32 was released 5 years after the S930 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S32 scores vs the S930 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S32 enjoys outer dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S32 vs Sony S930 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S32 against the S930.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and S930 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and S930.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S32 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon S32 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern S32 should have a benefit in sensor tech.