Nikon L31 vs Nikon S3100

Below is a in depth review of the Nikon L31 and Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L31 was manufactured 3 years later than the S3100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the L31 grades versus the S3100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L31 & Nikon Coolpix S3100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L31 Gallery & Nikon S3100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L31 has outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3100 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L31 vs the S3100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L31 and S3100 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and S3100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L31 to result in more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern L31 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.