Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31
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Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Launched June 2010
- Replaced the Canon SX200 IS
- New Model is Canon SX230 HS
(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
- Launched June 2013

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and S31 (10MP) and the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") feature different sensor sizing.

The SX210 IS was announced 4 years before the S31 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX210 IS grades against the S31 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Nikon S31
SX210 IS | S31 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Canon SX210 IS
S31 | SX210 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 36 months |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Nikon S31
SX210 IS | S31 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS provides external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon S31 has measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the S31.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and S31 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and S31.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX210 IS having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Canon SX210 IS will offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 220 grams (0.49 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $226 | $90 |