Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- 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
- Introduced January 2014

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and S3600 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was announced 5 years prior to the S3600 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm Z35 grades vs the S3600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Nikon S3600
Fujifilm Z35 | S3600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Fujifilm Z35
S3600 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 54 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon S3600
Fujifilm Z35 | S3600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z35 has got exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has dimensions 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 Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon S3600 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 against the S3600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z35 and S3600 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z35 and S3600.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S3600 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z35 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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 distance | 8cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
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 ) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 125 gr (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $130 | $200 |