Nikon P340 vs Nikon S31

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon P340 vs Nikon S31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the P340 (1/1.7") and S31 (1/2.9") come with different sensor measurements.

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The P340 was revealed 8 months after the S31 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P340 scores against the S31 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P340 provides outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has specifications 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the P340 compared to the S31.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and S31 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P340 and S31.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The P340 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon P340 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern P340 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.