Nikon S32 vs Sony WX5

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S32 vs Sony WX5, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the S32 (1/3") and WX5 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was revealed 3 years later than the WX5 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S32 matches up against the WX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S32 comes with external measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S32 against the WX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and WX5 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and WX5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S32 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Nikon S32 will provide extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S32 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.