Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S70

Below is a extended review of the Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S70, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. The resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the S70 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was brought out 19 months later than the S70 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S3100 grades versus the S70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3100 & Nikon Coolpix S70. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S3100 Gallery & Nikon S70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S3100 offers external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Nikon S70 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S3100 versus the S70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and S70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3100 and S70.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3100 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger S3100 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.