Nikon L19 vs Nikon S31

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L19 and Nikon S31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Nikon. The resolution of the L19 (8MP) and the S31 (10MP) is very similar but the L19 (1/2.5") and S31 (1/2.9") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The L19 was announced 5 years prior to the S31 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L19 matches up versus the S31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L19 features outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the L19 against the S31.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and S31 is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L19 and S31.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L19 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S31 will offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.