Nikon L20 vs Nikon S31

Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon L20 vs Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the S31 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the L20 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") have different sensor measurements.

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The L20 was introduced 5 years earlier than the S31 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L20 matches up against the S31 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L20 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L20 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and 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).

Look at the Nikon L20 vs Nikon S31 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the L20 versus the S31.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L20 and S31 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L20 and S31.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The L20 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The older L20 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.