Nikon S31 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S31 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very similar but the S31 (1/2.9") and TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The S31 was manufactured 14 months later than the TG-1 iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S31 grades against the TG-1 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S31 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S31 enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S31 vs the TG-1 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and TG-1 iHS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S31 and TG-1 iHS.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S31 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern S31 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.