Nikon S31 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon S31 and Panasonic ZS10, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and ZS10 (14MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and ZS10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S31 was revealed 2 years later than the ZS10 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the S31 matches up versus the ZS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S31 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S31 has exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S31 and the ZS10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and ZS10 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and ZS10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S31 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic ZS10 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger S31 will have an advantage in sensor technology.