Nikon L28 vs Nikon S31

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon L28 and Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and S31 (10MP) and the L28 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") feature different sensor size.

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The L28 was revealed 4 months prior to the S31 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the L28 grades vs the S31 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has proportions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L28 and Nikon S31 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the L28 versus the S31.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and S31 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and S31.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The L28 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon L28 will offer greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.