Nikon S32 vs Sony WX80

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S32 and Sony WX80, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the S32 (1/3") and WX80 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The S32 was introduced 14 months later than the WX80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S32 grades versus the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S32 has physical 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) and the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S32 compared to the WX80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and WX80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and WX80.

As you can see, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S32 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony WX80 will provide extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The younger S32 provides a benefit in sensor technology.