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Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27
Nikon Coolpix S31 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Nikon S31
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F) lens
  • 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
  • Announced June 2013
Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Renewed by Panasonic TS2
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Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very well matched but the S31 (1/2.9") and TS1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S31 was manufactured 4 years after the TS1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S31 scores against the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Panasonic TS1

 S31 TS1 
IntroducedJune 2013January 2009Newer by 54 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Nikon S31

 TS1 S31 

Common features in the Nikon S31 and Panasonic TS1

 S31 TS1 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display sizing
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S31 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S31 compared to the TS1.

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and TS1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and TS1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S31 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic TS1 will give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S31 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Portrait photography camera
19
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.9")
does not have RAW files
20
lack of manual focus
no manual control
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S31 Street photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Street photography highlights
52
weather sealing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.9")
does not have RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S31 Sports photography features
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography features
24
weather sealing
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.9")
does not have phase detect autofocus
29
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Travel photography camera
59
weather sealing
flash built-in
great max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (29mm)
61
weather proof
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Landscape photography camera
30
great max aperture (f)
weather sealing
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.9")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
35
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S31 Vlogging details
Panasonic TS1 Vlogging details
24
great max aperture (f)
wide angle not great (29mm)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
28
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic jack
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Nikon S31 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S31 and Panasonic TS1
 Nikon Coolpix S31Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S31 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-FT1
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2013-06-21 2009-01-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.9" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.96 x 3.72mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 18.5mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 29-87mm (3.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Max aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 7.3 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format - AVCHD Lite
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 185g (0.41 lbs) 189g (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 photographs -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $90 $380