Nikon L26 vs Nikon S31

Here is a thorough review of the Nikon L26 vs Nikon S31, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and S31 (10MP) and the L26 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") provide totally different sensor size.

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The L26 was released 16 months before the S31 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the L26 matches up against the S31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the L26 versus the S31.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and S31 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and S31.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The L26 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L26 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older L26 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.