Nikon S31 vs Panasonic ZS45

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S31 and Panasonic ZS45, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and ZS45 (16MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and ZS45 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The S31 was released 18 months earlier than the ZS45 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S31 matches up against the ZS45 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S31 has outer measurements 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 ZS45 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S31 and Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S31 against the ZS45.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S31 and ZS45 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and ZS45.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S31 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic ZS45 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older S31 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.