Canon S200 vs Nikon S31

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon S200 vs Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the S31 (10MP) is very comparable but the S200 (1/1.7") and S31 (1/2.9") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The S200 was unveiled 9 months later than the S31 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S200 scores against the S31 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S200 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The full galleries are provided at Canon S200 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon S200 has got outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has sizing of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S200 vs Nikon S31 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S200 vs the S31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and S31 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and S31.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The S200 comes with the larger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more modern S200 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.