Nikon L31 vs Pentax P70

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon L31 and Pentax P70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the L31 (16MP) and P70 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L31 was unveiled 5 years later than the P70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L31 matches up against the P70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L31 & Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are available at Nikon L31 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L31 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L31 vs the P70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L31 and P70 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and P70.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L31 to offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer L31 should have an advantage in sensor technology.