Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(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
- Released June 2013

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and S31 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP150 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") feature totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm XP150 was released 17 months prior to the S31 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP150 scores versus the S31 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Nikon S31
Fujifilm XP150 | S31 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Fujifilm XP150
S31 | Fujifilm XP150 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Nikon S31
Fujifilm XP150 | S31 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP150 has outer measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 vs the S31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP150 and S31 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP150 and S31.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP150 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm XP150 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP150 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 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 | 300 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $260 | $90 |