Nikon S31 vs Panasonic FS7

The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S31 versus Panasonic FS7, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the S31 (1/2.9") and FS7 (1/2.5") offer totally different sensor size.

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The S31 was released 4 years after the FS7 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon S31 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S31 grades against the FS7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S31 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S31 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S31 versus the FS7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and FS7 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and FS7.

All in all, both the cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S31 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh harder. The more modern S31 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.