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Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27
Nikon Coolpix S31 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
37

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Nikon S31
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F) lens
  • 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
  • Launched June 2013
Sony TF1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
  • 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
  • Launched June 2013
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Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and TF1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The S31 was announced at a similar time to the TF1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the S31 matches up against the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Sony TF1

 S31 TF1 

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon S31

 TF1 S31 
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon S31 and Sony TF1

 S31 TF1 
LaunchedJune 2013June 2013Similar generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S31 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S31 vs the TF1.

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and TF1 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and TF1.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S31 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony TF1 will offer you extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively.

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S31 Portrait photography information
Sony TF1 Portrait photography information
19
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW support
34
MP count decent (16MP)
offers face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S31
Street photography with Sony TF1
52
environment sealing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW support
69
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch to focus
weather proofing
lighter than competition in class (152 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S31 Sports photography features
Sony TF1 Sports photography features
24
environment sealing
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have phase detect AF
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
weather proofing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (240 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S31 Travel photography advice
Sony TF1 Travel photography advice
59
environment sealing
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
69
lighter than competition in class (152g)
weather proofing
supports touch to focus
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
no Timelapse function
bad battery power (240 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S31 Landscape photography details
Sony TF1 Landscape photography details
30
good maximum aperture (f)
environment sealing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
40
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
bad battery power (240 per charge)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S31 Vlogging information
Sony TF1 Vlogging information
24
good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone jack
33
really wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (152 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone support
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Nikon S31 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S31 and Sony TF1
 Nikon Coolpix S31Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S31 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Launched 2013-06-21 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.9" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 4.96 x 3.72mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 18.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 29-87mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.6-4.7
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Crop factor 7.3 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.90 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format - Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 185 grams (0.41 pounds) 152 grams (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 photos 240 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $90 $266