Nikon A10 vs Nikon L31
94 Imaging
41 Features
23 Overall
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94 Imaging
40 Features
27 Overall
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Nikon A10 vs Nikon L31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced January 2015
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Following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon A10 vs Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the L31 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the A10 scores against the L31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Nikon Coolpix L31. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A10 Gallery & Nikon L31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Nikon L31
| A10 | L31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2016 |  | January 2015 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Nikon A10
| L31 | A10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon A10 and Nikon L31
| A10 | L31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon A10 vs Nikon L31 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon A10 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon L31 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A10 vs the L31.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A10 and L31 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Nikon A10 vs Nikon L31 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A10 and L31.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images though you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher A10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon A10 vs Nikon L31 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix A10 | Nikon Coolpix L31 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix A10 | Nikon Coolpix L31 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2016-01-14 | 2015-01-14 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.2 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 200 photos | 200 photos |
| Battery format | AA | AA |
| Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $90 | $0 |