Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31
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90 Imaging
33 Features
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Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Introduced June 2013

Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the S31 (10MP) is relatively similar but the S30 (1/3") and S31 (1/2.9") use different sensor sizes.

The S30 was launched 16 months prior to the S31 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S30 matches up vs the S31 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S30 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Nikon S31
S30 | S31 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Nikon S30
S31 | S30 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S30 and Nikon S31
S30 | S31 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S30 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst 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).
Check out the Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S30 compared to the S31.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and S31 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S30 and S31.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The S30 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The more aged S30 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon S30 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 185g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $119 | $90 |