Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S6100

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD3500 IS was revealed 12 months earlier than the S6100 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SD3500 IS scores versus the S6100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The full galleries are available at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD3500 IS comes with external measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SD3500 IS and the S6100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and S6100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD3500 IS and S6100.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6100 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The older SD3500 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.