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Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
40
Overall
38
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S31 front
Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
18
Overall
27

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Key Specs

Canon SX210 IS
(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
Nikon S31
(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
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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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Nikon S31

 SX210 IS S31 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Canon SX210 IS

 S31 SX210 IS 
LaunchedJune 2013June 2010Fresher by 36 months

Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Nikon S31

 SX210 IS S31 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe 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).

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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.

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 size comparison

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

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Portrait photography factors
Nikon S31 Portrait photography factors
38
has manual focus
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
20
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Street photography features
Nikon S31 Street photography features
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (220 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
52
weather proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Sports photography features
Nikon S31 Sports photography features
43
great zoom range (28-392mm 14.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
25
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX210 IS as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S31 as a Travel photography camera
68
lighter than others in class (220g)
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
long reach (392mm)
missing Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
59
weather proofing
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low MP (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (29mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Landscape photography details
Nikon S31 Landscape photography details
48
has manual focus
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
30
good maximum aperture (f)
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Vlogging factors
Nikon S31 Vlogging factors
30
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (220g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
24
good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not great (29mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
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Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S31 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX210 IS and Nikon S31
 Canon PowerShot SX210 ISNikon Coolpix S31
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