Nikon P7000 vs Nikon S31

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon P7000 versus Nikon S31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the P7000 (10MP) and the S31 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the P7000 (1/1.7") and S31 (1/2.9") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7000 was manufactured 3 years before the S31 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the P7000 scores vs the S31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7000 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7000 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P7000 provides outer dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has sizing 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 differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the P7000 versus the S31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7000 and S31 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7000 and S31.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The P7000 features the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The more aged P7000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.