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Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S31 front
Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
18
Overall
27

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 Key Specs

Canon SD1300 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 140g - 91 x 56 x 22mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Additionally referred to as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
Nikon S31
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F) lens
  • 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
  • Announced June 2013
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the SD1300 IS (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") have different sensor size.

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The SD1300 IS was brought out 4 years prior to the S31 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SD1300 IS scores against the S31 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Nikon S31

 SD1300 IS S31 

Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Canon SD1300 IS

 S31 SD1300 IS 
AnnouncedJune 2013February 2010More recent by 40 months

Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Nikon S31

 SD1300 IS S31 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD1300 IS provides physical measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has sizing of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

See the Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SD1300 IS vs the S31.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and S31 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1300 IS and S31.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD1300 IS due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon SD1300 IS will resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older SD1300 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 sensor size comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Portrait photography information
Nikon S31 Portrait photography information
21
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
20
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Street photography information
Nikon S31 Street photography information
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
52
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Sports photography information
Nikon S31 Sports photography information
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
25
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Travel photography details
Nikon S31 Travel photography details
58
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
59
weather proofing
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (29mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Landscape photography info
Nikon S31 Landscape photography info
32
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
30
fast maximum aperture (f)
weather proofing
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Vlogging factors
Nikon S31 Vlogging factors
29
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
24
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not great (29mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic socket
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S31 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1300 IS and Nikon S31
 Canon PowerShot SD1300 ISNikon Coolpix S31
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS Nikon Coolpix S31
Also called as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2010-02-08 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.9"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.96 x 3.72mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 18.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Crop factor 5.8 7.3
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140g (0.31 lb) 185g (0.41 lb)
Physical dimensions 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 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 - 260 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NB-6L EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch - $90