Reasons to choose Coolpix L23
Released in 2011, Coolpix L23 has about 18 mm² of sensor area, 10.34 MP effective resolution, and a 170 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L23
vs Nikon Coolpix S31
VS
Sensor area
18 mm²
Coolpix L2318 mm²
Coolpix S31- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L23 and Coolpix S31 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Coolpix L23MetricCoolpix S31
10.34 MPEffective pixels10.1 MP
4.96 × 3.72Sensor4.96 × 3.72
1.34 µmPixel pitch1.35 µm
1.78 µm²Pixel area1.83 µm²
56.04 MP/cm²Pixel density54.74 MP/cm²
6.98Crop factor6.98
—Maximum video—
170 gWeight185 g
SDHC, SDXC, Secure DigitalStorageSD/SDHC/SDXC
2x AABatteryRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Coolpix L23 and Coolpix S31 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix L23 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L23 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix S31 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix S31
Released in 2013, Coolpix S31 has about 18 mm² of sensor area, 10.1 MP effective resolution, and a 185 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.