Nikon S31 vs Pentax E70

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S31 vs Pentax E70, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is fairly similar but the S31 (1/2.9") and E70 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S31 was launched 4 years later than the E70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S31 matches up versus the E70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S31 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S31 has got 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) and the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S31 against the E70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and E70 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S31 and E70.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The S31 has the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF trickier. The newer S31 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.