Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000
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Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 165g - 99 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced February 2015

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon L31 versus Nikon S7000, both Ultracompact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the S7000 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The L31 was unveiled at a similar time to the S7000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L31 scores versus the S7000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L31 & Nikon Coolpix S7000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L31 Gallery & Nikon S7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Nikon S7000
L31 | S7000 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S7000 over the Nikon L31
S7000 | L31 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L31 and Nikon S7000
L31 | S7000 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2015 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L31 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S7000 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Nikon L31 versus Nikon S7000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the L31 vs the S7000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L31 and S7000 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and S7000.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account.

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L31 vs Nikon S7000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L31 | Nikon Coolpix S7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Nikon Coolpix S7000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 9.2fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 5.70 m (at Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lbs) | 165g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 180 photographs |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | $280 |