Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S3600

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X30 and Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and S3600 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S3600 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X30 was launched 8 months later than the S3600 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X30 scores versus the S3600 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 has got outside measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has measurements 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 X30 and Nikon S3600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the S3600.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and S3600 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and S3600.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon S3600 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X30 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.