Fujifilm XP130 vs Nikon S31

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm XP130 versus Nikon S31, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and S31 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP130 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XP130 was introduced 4 years after the S31 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP130 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S31 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP130 scores versus the S31 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP130 offers external measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has specifications of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XP130 versus Nikon S31 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 versus the S31.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP130 and S31 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP130 and S31.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP130 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XP130 will provide you with more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP130 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.