Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202
90 Imaging
33 Features
18 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Also Known as PL50

Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S31 and Samsung SL202, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is very similar but the S31 (1/2.9") and SL202 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

The S31 was unveiled 4 years later than the SL202 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S31 matches up against the SL202 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Samsung SL202. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S31 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Samsung SL202
S31 | SL202 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 53 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Nikon S31
SL202 | S31 |
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Common features in the Nikon S31 and Samsung SL202
S31 | SL202 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S31 has got exterior dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S31 and Samsung SL202 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S31 versus the SL202.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S31 and SL202 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S31 and SL202.
As you have seen, both cameras have the same MP but different sensor measurements. The S31 uses the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult. The younger S31 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S31 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S31 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S31 | Samsung SL202 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL50 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 18.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $90 | $140 |