Nikon S31 vs Nikon S33

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon S31 vs Nikon S33, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and S33 (13MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and S33 (1/3.1") use different sensor dimensions.

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The S31 was announced 19 months earlier than the S33 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S31 matches up versus the S33 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Nikon Coolpix S33. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S31 features external measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S33 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S31 vs Nikon S33 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S31 against the S33.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and S33 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and S33.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S31 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S33 will render more detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older S31 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.