Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S31

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S31, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both built by Nikon. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the S1000pj (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") provide different sensor size.

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The S1000pj was unveiled 4 years earlier than the S31 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S1000pj scores against the S31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Nikon Coolpix S31. The full galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

See the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S31 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S1000pj and the S31.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and S31 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and S31.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1000pj using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S1000pj will show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj will be behind with regard to sensor technology.