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Nikon L32 Review

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    Main Features

    • 20MP - 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor
    • ISO 80 - 1600
    • 26-130 mm F3.2-6.5 Zoom Lens
    • 3.00" Fixed Type Screen
    • fps continuous shooting
    • and HD at 30fps Video Recording
    • 164g. 95 x 60 x 29 mm
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    Nikon L32 Overview

    First introduced in January 2015 , Nikon Coolpix L32 is a 20.0MP Ultracompact camera with a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CMOS sensor and 5.0x zoom 26-130 mm F3.2-6.5 lens.

    Nikon L32 Review - Click for Table of Contents

    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Sensor and Photography Features
    4. Physical Specs
    5. LCD and Viewfinder
    6. Connectivity, Storage and Battery
    7. Video
    8. Other Features
    9. Lens
    10. Photography Type Scores
    11. Alternatives
    12. Popular Comparisons
    13. Frequently Asked Questions
    14. Detailed Specifications

    Nikon L32 is a member of Nikon's Ultracompact class cameras. Below you can see the latest models in this class and how their main specs have changed with each new model.

    Nikon Ultracompact Series History
    Model Release Date Sensor Max FPS Dimensions Weight
    Nikon A10
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    2016 16.0MP - 1/2.3' 1.2 fps 96 x 59 x 29mm 160g
    Nikon A100
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    2016 20.0MP - 1/2.3' 1.1 fps 95 x 59 x 20mm 119g
    Nikon S7000
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    2015 16.0MP - 1/2.3" 9.2 fps 99 x 60 x 27mm 165g
    Nikon S6900
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    2015 16.0MP - 1/2.3' 9.0 fps 99 x 58 x 28mm 181g
    Nikon L31
    Compare
    2015 16.0MP - 1/2.3' fps 96 x 59 x 29mm 160g

    Check the link below to compare specs of the latest cameras in this series side-by-side:
    Nikon A10 vs A100 vs S7000 vs S6900 vs L31


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    Nikon L32 PROs and CONs Review

    Now let's get in to more details of our Nikon L32 review by analysing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor cameras in its class.

    PROs
    Face Detection Focusing
    Face Detection Focusing
    20.0MP - High Resolution Sensor
    Long Battery Life (320 shots)
    164g Light Body
    25MB Internal Storage
    26mm Wide Angle Lens
    Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
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    CONs
    No Wireless Connection
    No Image Stabilization
    No Articulating Screen
    No External Flash Shoe
    No Full HD Video
    No Touch Screen
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No RAW Shooting
    Max Sensitivity only ISO 1.600
    Low Screen Resolution ( 230kdots )
    No Manual Focusing
    No Manual Exposure
    No Environmental Sealing
    Slow Lens at Wide: f3.20
    Slow Lens at Tele: f6.50

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    Nikon L32 Physical Specs
    Nikon L32 weighs 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz) and has external dimensions of 95 x 60 x 29 mm (3.74 x 2.36 x 1.14″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, its weight is about average in its class. With a thickness of 29mm, it also has an average thickness.
    Weight Comparison

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    Here is the front and top view image of Nikon L32 with the dimensions:

    Nikon L32 Body Size Dimensions
    Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Nikon L32 Camera Body


    In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Nikon L32, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.


    Nikon L32 Body Size Compared to a Credit card and a Battery
    Physical size of the Nikon L32 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery



    Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Nikon L32 with its main competitors:

    Nikon L32 Size Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Weight vs L32 Thickness vs L32
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon A10
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    160g 4g lighter 29mm equal thickness
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Canon ELPH 180
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    126g 38g lighter 22mm 7mm thinner
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon L31
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    160g 4g lighter 29mm equal thickness
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon L28
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    164g equal weight 29mm equal thickness
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon A100
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    119g 45g lighter 20mm 9mm thinner
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Canon ELPH 360 HS
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    147g 17g lighter 23mm 6mm thinner
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Canon ELPH 190 IS
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    138g 26g lighter 24mm 5mm thinner
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon L26
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    164g equal weight 29mm equal thickness

    Weather Sealing

    Nikon L32 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.

    Nikon L32 Lens

    Nikon L32 features a 26-130 mm F3.2-6.5 5× zoom lens. Lens has a good wide angle capability starting at 26mm, and 130mm on the tele end means that the medium telephoto angle is also well covered, only lacking the reach for wildlife and sports.

    Wide Coverage

    Compact Cameras

    L32
    Widest - Olympus TG-850 iHS
    Average
    Telezoom

    Compact Cameras

    L32
    Longest - Canon SX520 HS
    Average

    With a max aperture of f3.20 at 26mm, we can not consider this lens fast on wide end, and it is slow at the tele end with its max aperture of f6.50.

    Max Aperture at Wide

    Compact Cameras

    L32
    Fastest - Leica D-Lux 6
    Average
    Max Aperture at Tele

    Compact Cameras

    L32
    Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV
    Average

    Nikon L32 Sensor and Photography Features

    Nikon L32 has a 20.0MP 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CMOS sensor . You can shoot at maximum resolution of 5152 x 3864 pixels with aspect ratios of 4:3 and 16:9. L32 has a native ISO range of 80 - 1600 but unfortunately, Nikon L32 doesn't have RAW file support. If you need a Compact camera with a RAW support, consider Nikon Coolpix P7100 or Nikon Coolpix P7000 in the same price range.

    Nikon L32 is not the highest resolution Small Sensor camera. Canon SX740 HS with its 21.0MP sensor is leading in this class. Check the comparison of Nikon L32 vs Canon SX740 HS or take a look at Highest resolution Compact cameras list.

    Let's look at how the size of the Nikon L32's 1/2.3" sensor compares with other standard sensor sizes.

    Nikon L32 Sensor Size Comparison
    Comparison image of Nikon L32 Sensor Size with other standard sensors



    Nikon L32 LCD

    Nikon L32 has a Fixed Type 3.00-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 230k dots. Both the screen size and the screen resolution is up to the standards of this class.



    Nikon L32 back view and LCD

    For those of you who loves shooting selfies, self or group photos, Nikon L32 will make your life easier with its Selfie friendly screen. Another group of users who will take advantage of L32's LCD screen are Vloggers and any video creators who are working in a single-person setup.


    L32 doesn't have a viewfinder and no option for external viewfinder. Lack of a viewfinder can be problematic especially under strong light where visibility of LCD screens goes down dramatically. If you need a Compact camera with a built-in viewfinder in a similar price range, consider Nikon Coolpix P7800 (Compare) or Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 (Lumix DMC-TZ100) (Compare).
    Alternatively, check here the list of all Compact cameras with viewfinder..

    Nikon L32 Connectivity, Storage and Battery

    Nikon L32 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) port to connect your camera to other devices.

    Nikon L32 Battery

    Nikon L32 is powered by 2 x AA battery which provides a battery life of 320 shots according to CIPA standards. Considering that the average battery life of Compact type cameras is 256 shots, Nikon L32 has a good battery life for its class.

    Battery Life Comparison in Ultracompact Cameras

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    Nikon L32 is the longest battery life Ultracompact camera in our database. The closest competitor in this class is Olympus TG-870 with its 300 shots battery life. Check the comparison of Nikon L32 vs Olympus TG-870 or take a look at Longest battery life Compact cameras list.

    Nikon L32 Features Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Max Video Battery Life Wi-fi Bluetooth NFC
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon A10
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    1280 x 720 200shots No No No
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Canon ELPH 180
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    1280 x 720 220shots No No No
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon L31
    Compare
    1280 x 720 200shots No No No
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon L28
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    1280 x 720 280shots No No No
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon A100
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    1280 x 720 250shots No No No
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Canon ELPH 360 HS
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    1920 x 1080 180shots Yes No Yes
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Canon ELPH 190 IS
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    1280 x 720 190shots Yes No Yes
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Camera Nikon L26
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    1280 x 720 200shots No No No

    Nikon L32 Video Features

    With Nikon L32, you can record your videos at a highest resolution of 1280 x 720 and save in and Motion JPEG formats. 1280 x 720 is a low video resolution by todays standards. If video quality is important for you, we recommend you to look at cameras with Full HD, even better 4K / Ultra-HD resolution .

    Video Resolutions Comparison Chart



    Microphones, Speaker and Headphone Connections

    Nikon Coolpix L32 has a built-in Mono microphone and a Mono speaker. On the other hand, Nikon L32 doesn't have any connections for external microphones and headphones. If you need a Compact camera with external microphone connectivity, consider Nikon Coolpix P7100 or Nikon Coolpix P7000 in a similar price range.

    Also read:

    • Best Compact Cameras with Microphone Port
    • Best Compact Cameras with Headphone Port

    If you are getting into videography and want to know what are the must-have video accessories for your camera, read our article:
    Essential Videography / Filmmaking Accessories for your Camera

    Nikon L32 Other Features

    Max Shutter speed

    Nikon L32 can shoot continuously at max speed of and has max shutter speed of 1/2000 sec.

    Flash

    Unfortunately L32 doesn't have an external flash shoe so you are limited with the built-in flash.

    Focusing

    Nikon L32 features a Contrast Detection autofocusing system.

    Nikon L32 also features Face detection AF where it intelligently detects the faces in the frame and locks the focus automatically.



    What type of Photography is Nikon L32 Good for?
    In this section, we review and score Nikon L32 in 5 different photography areas.

    Nikon L32 for Portrait Photography

    Nikon L32 has a score of 17 for Portrait Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Portrait We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Portrait Photography list and consider these alternatives over theL32.
    Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
    No Image Stabilization
    No RAW shooting capability
    No External Flash Shoe
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No Manual Focus Mode
    No Manual Exposure Mode
    Not so good Ergonomics&Handling

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon L32 for Portrait Photography

    Nikon L32 for Street Photography

    Nikon L32 has a score of 37 for Street Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Street We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Street Photography list and consider these alternatives over theL32.
    Live-view
    Face-Detection Focusing
    26 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
    Small Body
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No Manual Focus Mode
    No Image Stabilization
    No RAW shooting capability
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon L32 for Street Photography

    Nikon L32 for Sports Photography

    Nikon L32 has a score of 15 for Sports Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Sports We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Sports Photography list and consider these alternatives over theL32.
    Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
    130 mm Tele Lens
    Environmental Sealings
    Focus Points
    Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
    No Manual Exposure Mode
    No Manual Focus Mode
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No External Flash Shoe
    No Image Stabilization
    Slow Lens at Tele: f6.50
    No RAW shooting capability

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon L32 for Sports Photography

    Nikon L32 for Daily Photography

    Nikon L32 has a score of 46 for Daily Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Daily is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Daily Photography list.
    Compact Body
    164g
    5.0X Optical Zoom
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
    No RAW shooting capability

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon L32 for Daily Photography

    Nikon L32 for Landscape Photography

    Nikon L32 has a score of 21 for Landscape Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Landscape We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Landscape Photography list and consider these alternatives over theL32.
    26 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
    Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
    No Manual Exposure Mode
    No Manual Focus Mode
    No RAW shooting capability
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
    No Environmental Sealings

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon L32 for Landscape Photography
    Nikon L32 Alternatives
    In this section, we analyse how Nikon L32 compares with other Compact cameras within a similar price range.
    Read a more detailed analysis of Nikon L32 alternatives.

    Popular Comparisons of Nikon L32

    Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Nikon L32 amongst Camera Decision readers.

    Nikon A10
    Nikon A10
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    Canon ELPH 180
    Canon ELPH 180
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    Nikon L31
    Nikon L31
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    Nikon L28
    Nikon L28
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    Nikon A100
    Nikon A100
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    Canon ELPH 360 HS
    Canon ELPH 360 HS
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    Canon ELPH 190 IS
    Canon ELPH 190 IS
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    Nikon L26
    Nikon L26
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    Nikon L32 Alternatives in Cameras

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    Nikon L32 Conclusion and Scores

    Currently, Nikon L32 has an Overall Score of 31/100 which is based on our evaluation of 69 different technical parameters. Our scores are dynamically updated whenever a new camera is added to our database or when we change our ranking algorithm and the maximum score is always 100. Nikon Coolpix L32 is ranked #479 out of 631 in Compact cameras (Top 20 Compact), and ranked #1114 out of 1268 in all Cameras (Top 20 Overall).

    #1114 out of 1268 in Top Ranking Cameras
    #479 out of 631 in Top Ranking Compact Cameras
    #86 out of 152 in Top Ranking Ultracompact Cameras
    #572 out of 740 in Top Ranking Small Sensor Sensor Cameras
    #194 out of 199 in Top Ranking Cameras with Selfie friendly Screen
    #262 out of 536 in Lightest Compact Cameras with Small Sensor sensor(164g)
    #764 out of 920 in Top Ranking Cameras with Fixed Type Screen
    Geek Score: 0

    Nikon L32
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Nikon L32
    Does the Nikon L32 have Image Stabilization?
    Does the Nikon L32 have RAW support?
    Does the Nikon L32 have Weather Sealing?
    Does the Nikon L32 have built-in GPS?
    What is the Max ISO of Nikon L32?
    What is the Sensor Size of Nikon L32?
    is the Nikon L32 a Full Frame (FF) camera?
    Does the Nikon L32 have Touch Screen?
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    What are the Dimensions of Nikon L32?
    Nikon Coolpix L32 Detailed Specifications

    General
    Brand Nikon
    Model Nikon Coolpix L32
    Announced 2015-01-14
    Body Type Ultracompact
    Lens
    Manual Focus
    Lens Mount fixed lens
    Lens Focal Range 26-130 mm (5×)
    Max Aperture F3.2-6.5
    Macro Focus Range 10cm
    Screen
    Screen Type Fixed Type
    Screen Size 3.00"
    Screen Resolution 230k dots
    Live View
    Touch Screen
    Viewfinder
    Viewfinder None
    Viewfinder Resolution no electronic viewfinder
    Viewfinder Coverage n/a
    Viewfinder Magnification n/a
    Photography Features
    Min Shutter Speed 4s
    Max Mechanical Shutter Speed 1/2000s
    Max Continuous Shooting n/a
    Shutter Priority
    Aperture Priority
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Exposure Compensation n/a
    Custom White Balance
    Image Stabilization
    Built-in Flash
    Flash Range 4.30 m
    Flash Modes n/a
    External Flash
    AE Bracketing
    WB Bracketing
    Exposure Modes
    Multi-Segment
    Average
    Spot
    Partial
    AF-Area
    Center Weighted
    DxO Sensor Scores
    DxO Overall Score not tested
    DxO Color Depth not tested
    DxO Dynamic Range not tested
    DxO Low Light ISO not tested
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    Sensor
    Sensor Type CMOS
    Sensor Size 1/2.3"
    Sensor Dimensions 6.17 x 4.55 mm
    Sensor Area 28.07mm2
    Sensor Resolution 20 megapixels
    Max Image Resolution 5152 x 3864
    Max Native ISO 1,600
    Min Native ISO 80
    RAW Support
    Autofocus
    AF Touch
    AF Continuous
    AF Single
    AF Tracking
    AF Selective
    AF Center
    AF Multi Area
    AF Live View
    AF Face Detection
    AF Contrast Detection
    AF Phase Detection
    Video Features
    Video Resolutions 1280 x 720
    Max Video Resolution 1280 x 720
    Video Formats Motion JPEG
    Microphone Port
    Headphone Port
    Connectivity
    Wireless Connectivity None
    HDMI
    USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    Physical
    Environmental Sealing
    Water Proof
    Dust Proof
    Shock Proof
    Crush Proof
    Freeze Proof
    Weight 164g
    Physical Dimensions 95 x 60 x 29mm
    Battery Life 320 shots
    Battery Type AA
    Battery Model 2 x AA
    Other Features
    Self Timer Yes (10 secs)
    Timelapse Recording
    GPS None
    Storage Type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
    Storage Slots 1


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