Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S31

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the S31 (10MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm Z37 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm Z37 was unveiled 4 years before the S31 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores vs the S31 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 provides outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S31 has dimensions 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 Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S31 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 against the S31.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and S31 is 95 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and S31.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z37 contains the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.