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Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27
Nikon Coolpix S31 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 Key Specs

Nikon S31
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F) lens
  • 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
  • Launched June 2013
Nikon S570
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
  • Launched August 2009
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Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 Overview

Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon S31 and Nikon S570, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Nikon. The resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the S570 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the S31 (1/2.9") and S570 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S31 was revealed 3 years after the S570 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S31 grades versus the S570 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Nikon S570

 S31 S570 
LaunchedJune 2013August 2009Newer by 48 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Nikon S31

 S570 S31 

Common features in the Nikon S31 and Nikon S570

 S31 S570 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurement
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S31 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon S570 has dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S31 vs the S570.

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and S570 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and S570.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S31 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon S570 will provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S31 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 sensor size comparison

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S570 as a Portrait photography camera
19
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
has no RAW support
20
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S31 Street photography info
Nikon S570 Street photography info
52
environment proof
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
has no RAW support
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S31 Sports photography highlights
Nikon S570 Sports photography highlights
24
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
has no phase detect autofocus
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S31 Travel photography details
Nikon S570 Travel photography details
59
environment proof
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
58
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S570 as a Landscape photography camera
30
very good maximum aperture (f)
environment proof
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
27
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S570 as a Vlogging camera
24
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
25
relatively wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone socket
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Nikon S31 vs Nikon S570 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S31 and Nikon S570
 Nikon Coolpix S31Nikon Coolpix S570
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix S31 Nikon Coolpix S570
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-06-21 2009-08-04
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.9" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 4.96 x 3.72mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 18.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 29-87mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.7-6.6
Macro focusing distance - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 7.3 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 185 grams (0.41 lb) 140 grams (0.31 lb)
Physical dimensions 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL12 EN-EL10
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $90 $180