Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S31

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX620 HS versus Nikon S31, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and S31 (10MP) and the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX620 HS was announced 2 years later than the S31 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX620 HS grades vs the S31 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX620 HS versus Nikon S31 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the S31.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and S31 is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and S31.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX620 HS having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SX620 HS will produce greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.