Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31
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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced June 2013

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A3400 IS (16MP) and S31 (10MP) and the A3400 IS (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") have different sensor dimensions.

The A3400 IS was released 16 months earlier than the S31 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the A3400 IS scores versus the S31 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Nikon Coolpix S31. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Nikon S31
A3400 IS | S31 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Canon A3400 IS
S31 | A3400 IS | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 16 months |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Nikon S31
A3400 IS | S31 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A3400 IS offers outside dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A3400 IS versus the S31.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and S31 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and S31.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A3400 IS due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon A3400 IS will show greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older A3400 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S31 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | 260 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $230 | $90 |