Kodak M550 vs Nikon S31

Its time to look closer at the Kodak M550 versus Nikon S31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is fairly close but the M550 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The M550 was announced 4 years prior to the S31 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M550 scores vs the S31 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M550 enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has proportions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Kodak M550 versus Nikon S31 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the M550 versus the S31.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and S31 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and S31.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M550 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Kodak M550 will result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.