Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched July 2009
(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
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2014

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm Z33WP versus Nikon S3600, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and S3600 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z33WP was brought out 5 years before the S3600 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z33WP scores against the S3600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Nikon S3600
Fujifilm Z33WP | S3600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Fujifilm Z33WP
S3600 | Fujifilm Z33WP | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 55 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon S3600
Fujifilm Z33WP | S3600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z33WP enjoys exterior measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm Z33WP versus Nikon S3600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP compared to the S3600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z33WP and S3600 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z33WP and S3600.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3600 to result in greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z33WP will be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-01 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 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 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $197 | $200 |