Canon G15 vs Nikon S3600
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Canon G15 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
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- 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
- Revealed January 2014
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Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon G15 versus Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the G15 (12MP) and S3600 (20MP) and the G15 (1/1.7") and S3600 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe G15 was revealed 15 months before the S3600 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G15 scores vs the S3600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Nikon S3600
| G15 | S3600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Canon G15
| S3600 | G15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2014 |  | September 2012 | More modern by 15 months |
Common features in the Canon G15 and Nikon S3600
| G15 | S3600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Canon G15 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G15 features physical measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Nikon S3600 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the G15 against the S3600.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the G15 and S3600 is 86 and 96 respectively.
Canon G15 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G15 and S3600.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G15 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon S3600 will provide greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged G15 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon G15 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G15 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2014-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 5 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.7-6.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 352 gr (0.78 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 46 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 165 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 230 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-10L | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $499 | $200 |
