Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31
83 Imaging
38 Features
59 Overall
46


90 Imaging
33 Features
18 Overall
27
Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced June 2013

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X20 versus Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and S31 (1/2.9") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X20 was unveiled at a similar time to the S31 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up vs the S31 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Nikon S31
Fujifilm X20 | S31 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Fujifilm X20
S31 | Fujifilm X20 |
---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon S31
Fujifilm X20 | S31 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X20 enjoys outside dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst 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).
Analyze the Fujifilm X20 versus Nikon S31 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X20 compared to the S31.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and S31 is 83 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and S31.
All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X20 will deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X20 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-04-29 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 353g (0.78 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | 260 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $500 | $90 |