Nikon Coolpix L32 vs Nikon Coolpix L31

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix L32 and the Nikon Coolpix L31, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Both cameras were introduced in January 2015. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Nikon Coolpix L32 Highlights

      • 20.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Nikon Coolpix L31 Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L32
      4. Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L31
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix L32 and Nikon Coolpix L31.

      PROS

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.1 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon L32
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix L32 over Nikon Coolpix L31.

      Nikon Coolpix L32 vs Nikon Coolpix L31
      Higher Sensor Resolution 20.1 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 5152 x 3864 vs 4608 x 3456
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Longer Battery Life 320 shots vs 200 shots
      Internal Storage 25 MB vs 17 MB

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      Nikon L22
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon L24
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Nikon L21
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      1/2.33-inch

      8 MP

      Nikon L20
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      1/2.33-inch

      10 MP

      Nikon L26
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Nikon L19
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      1/2.5-inch

      8 MP

      Nikon L28
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.1 MP

      Panasonic FX48
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon SX130 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L31

      Nikon L31
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix L31 over Nikon Coolpix L32.

      Nikon Coolpix L32 vs Nikon Coolpix L31
      Lighter 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz) vs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)

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      Nikon L22
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon L26
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Nikon L20
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      1/2.33-inch

      10 MP

      Nikon L24
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Nikon L19
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      1/2.5-inch

      8 MP

      Nikon L21
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      1/2.33-inch

      8 MP

      Nikon L28
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.1 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Sony a7S III
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Olympus SP-800UZ
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Nikon Coolpix L32 Nikon Coolpix L31
        Video Capture
        Low Native ISO8080
        High Native ISO1,6001,600
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
        Light164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz)160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
        Internal Storage25 MB17 MB
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Nikon Coolpix L32 Nikon Coolpix L31
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot230k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No HDMI Output
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life320 shots200 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Nikon Coolpix L32 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution and Nikon Coolpix L31 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix L32 features a 20.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600. Nikon Coolpix L31 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600.

      Photography Features

      Nikon Coolpix L32 can take pictures up to 5152 x 3864 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 5120 x 2880, 3648 x 2736, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1280, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix L31 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Nikon Coolpix L32 and Nikon Coolpix L31 come with 2 x AA battery pack with battery life of 320 shots on Nikon Coolpix L32 and with battery life of 200 shots on Nikon Coolpix L31.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix L32, and up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix L31.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.30 m on Nikon Coolpix L32 and 3.60 m on Nikon Coolpix L31..

      Physical Parameters

      Nikon Coolpix L32 body has dimensions of 95 x 60 x 29 mm (3.74 x 2.36 x 1.14") and Nikon Coolpix L31 body has dimensions of 96 x 59 x 29 mm (3.78 x 2.32 x 1.14"). Nikon Coolpix L32 weighs 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz) and Nikon Coolpix L31 weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz).

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      95 mm

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      59 mm

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      29 mm

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      Size comparisons of Nikon Coolpix L32 and Nikon Coolpix L31

      Nikon Coolpix L32 and Nikon Coolpix L31 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      POOR
      50
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
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      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      AVERAGE
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      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      AVERAGE
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      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Nikon Coolpix L32 and Nikon Coolpix L31 and give them scores of 47 and 46 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      46

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      BAD
      37
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      BAD
      33
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      GOOD
      70
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      70
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Nikon Coolpix L32

      Nikon Coolpix L31

      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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