FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S3600

Below, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the JV100 (12MP) and S3600 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was announced 4 years prior to the S3600 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the JV100 matches up against the S3600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys exterior measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S3600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the JV100 compared to the S3600.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and S3600 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JV100 and S3600.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3600 to offer you greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JV100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.