Nikon S31 vs Olympus 550WP

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S31 and Olympus 550WP, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the 550WP (10MP) is fairly comparable but the S31 (1/2.9") and 550WP (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The S31 was released 4 years later than the 550WP and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S31 scores against the 550WP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Olympus Stylus 550WP. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery and Olympus 550WP Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S31 enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus 550WP has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S31 and Olympus 550WP in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S31 compared to the 550WP.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and 550WP is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and 550WP.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The S31 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging. The newer S31 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.