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.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix S31
vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S3000
VS
Sensor area
18 mm²
Coolpix S3118 mm²
Cyber-shot DSC-S3000- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix S31 and Cyber-shot DSC-S3000 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 S31MetricCyber-shot DSC-S3000
10.1 MPEffective pixels10.1 MP
4.96 × 3.72Sensor4.96 × 3.72
1.35 µmPixel pitch1.35 µm
1.83 µm²Pixel area1.83 µm²
54.74 MP/cm²Pixel density54.74 MP/cm²
6.98Crop factor6.98
—Maximum video—
185 gWeight119 g
SD/SDHC/SDXCStorageMemory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro Duo, SDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Li-ion batteryBattery2x AA
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 S31 and Cyber-shot DSC-S3000 have the same sensor area. The Cyber-shot DSC-S3000 has the lighter body. The Coolpix S31 and Cyber-shot DSC-S3000 have the same effective resolution. The Coolpix S31 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Cyber-shot DSC-S3000
Released in 2011, Cyber-shot DSC-S3000 has about 18 mm² of sensor area, 10.1 MP effective resolution, and a 119 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.