Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600
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Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 130g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2014

Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm A150 (10MP) and S3600 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A150 was announced 5 years earlier than the S3600 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm A150 grades vs the S3600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A150 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm A150 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A150 over the Nikon S3600
Fujifilm A150 | S3600 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Fujifilm A150
S3600 | Fujifilm A150 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 59 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm A150 and Nikon S3600
Fujifilm A150 | S3600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm A150 has physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S3600 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm A150 vs the S3600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A150 and S3600 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A150 and S3600.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S3600 to offer you greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A150 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm A150 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A150 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A150 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-04 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $130 | $200 |