Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S3600

Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Nikon S3600, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and S3600 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was revealed 3 months prior to the S3600 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S3600 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up vs the S3600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-M1 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Nikon S3600 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the S3600.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and S3600 is 87 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and S3600.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-M1 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S3600 will give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.