Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600
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Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2014

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the A2200 (14MP) and S3600 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2200 was launched 4 years earlier than the S3600 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A2200 grades vs the S3600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2200 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Nikon S3600
A2200 | S3600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Canon A2200
S3600 | A2200 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Common features in the Canon A2200 and Nikon S3600
A2200 | S3600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A2200 offers physical measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2200 vs the S3600.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and S3600 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A2200 and S3600.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S3600 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older A2200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Canon A2200 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2200 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2200 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | 230 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-8L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $139 | $200 |