Nikon S32 vs Sony W620

Below is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S32 vs Sony W620, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the S32 (1/3") and W620 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The S32 was manufactured 2 years later than the W620 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S32 scores vs the W620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 features exterior measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S32 vs Sony W620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S32 and the W620.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and W620 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and W620.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S32 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony W620 will give you greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer S32 provides an advantage in sensor tech.