Nikon S32 vs Sony W690
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Nikon S32 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012
Nikon S32 vs Sony W690 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S32 vs Sony W690, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the W690 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and W690 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe S32 was unveiled 24 months later than the W690 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the S32 grades against the W690 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S32 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Sony W690
S32 | W690 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | February 2012 | Fresher by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Nikon S32
W690 | S32 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Sony W690
S32 | W690 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S32 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S32 offers exterior measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S32 vs Sony W690 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S32 vs the W690.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and W690 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S32 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and W690.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S32 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony W690 will produce more detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S32 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S32 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $180 | $297 |