Nikon AW130 vs Nikon S31

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon AW130 vs Nikon S31, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the AW130 (16MP) and S31 (10MP) and the AW130 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") provide different sensor sizing.

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The AW130 was manufactured 20 months after the S31 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the AW130 matches up vs the S31 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW130 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon S31 has specifications of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Nikon AW130 vs Nikon S31 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the AW130 against the S31.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and S31 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and S31.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The AW130 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon AW130 will offer extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern AW130 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.