Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S3600

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S3600, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was launched 6 months prior to the S3600 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the S3600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon S3600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX160 IS vs the S3600.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and S3600 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and S3600.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S3600 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.