Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S3700

Below, we are comparing the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S3700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and S3700 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SD3500 IS was unveiled 6 years before the S3700 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SD3500 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon S3700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SD3500 IS grades versus the S3700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Nikon Coolpix S3700. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Nikon S3700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD3500 IS comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S3700 has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S3700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SD3500 IS and the S3700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and S3700 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD3500 IS and S3700.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S3700 to give more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.