Nikon L110 vs Nikon S31

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon L110 and Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is fairly similar but the L110 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The L110 was introduced 4 years before the S31 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the L110 matches up versus the S31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L110 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L110 comes with physical dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L110 and Nikon S31 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L110 versus the S31.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L110 and S31 is 77 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L110 and S31.

To sum up, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The L110 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon L110 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older L110 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.