Nikon S32 vs Sony W610

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon S32 versus Sony W610, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the S32 (1/3") and W610 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S32 was revealed 2 years later than the W610 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S32 matches up vs the W610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 features physical measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S32 versus Sony W610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S32 compared to the W610.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and W610 is 90 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and W610.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S32 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony W610 will produce more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent S32 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.