Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320
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Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 Key Specs
(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
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2012

Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and TG-320 (14MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and TG-320 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

The S31 was brought out 18 months after the TG-320 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S31 scores against the TG-320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Olympus TG-320. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Olympus TG-320
S31 | TG-320 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Nikon S31
TG-320 | S31 |
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Common features in the Nikon S31 and Olympus TG-320
S31 | TG-320 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S31 features outer dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-320 has sizing of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S31 against the TG-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and TG-320 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and TG-320.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S31 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Olympus TG-320 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer S31 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S31 | Olympus TG-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S31 | Olympus TG-320 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 18.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | 185g (0.41 lb) | 155g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 shots | 150 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $90 | $0 |