Nikon P330 vs Nikon S31

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P330 versus Nikon S31, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is very similar but the P330 (1/1.7") and S31 (1/2.9") provide different sensor sizes.

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The P330 was announced 3 months before the S31 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P330 scores against the S31 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P330 offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the P330 against the S31.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P330 and S31 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P330 and S31.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P330 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon P330 will deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively.