Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Succeeded the Canon SX600 HS
(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
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the S3700 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was unveiled at a similar time to the S3700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon S3700 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX610 HS scores versus the S3700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Nikon Coolpix S3700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Nikon S3700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Nikon S3700
SX610 HS | S3700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Canon SX610 HS
S3700 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon S3700
SX610 HS | S3700 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2015 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Nikon S3700 has sizing 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 SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the S3700.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and S3700 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and S3700.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S3700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Nikon Coolpix S3700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 191g (0.42 pounds) | 118g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $214 | $175 |