Nikon S31 vs Panasonic LX5

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S31 vs Panasonic LX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very similar but the S31 (1/2.9") and LX5 (1/1.63") feature totally different sensor size.

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The S31 was brought out 19 months later than the LX5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the S31 scores versus the LX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S31 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S31 comes with outer measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S31 vs Panasonic LX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S31 against the LX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S31 and LX5 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and LX5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The S31 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The more recent S31 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.