Nikon S31 vs Samsung WB750

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S31 versus Samsung WB750, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and WB750 (13MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and WB750 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The S31 was announced 22 months after the WB750 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S31 grades against the WB750 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Samsung WB750. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S31 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S31 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung WB750 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S31 versus Samsung WB750 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S31 versus the WB750.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S31 and WB750 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and WB750.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S31 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung WB750 will give you greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher S31 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.