Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2016
(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
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon A100 versus Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the A100 (20MP) and the S3700 (20MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A100 was unveiled 13 months later than the S3700 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A100 scores vs the S3700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Nikon Coolpix S3700. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A100 Gallery and Nikon S3700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Nikon S3700
A100 | S3700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2015 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Nikon A100
S3700 | A100 |
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Common features in the Nikon A100 and Nikon S3700
A100 | S3700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon A100 offers external measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Nikon S3700 has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon A100 versus Nikon S3700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A100 vs the S3700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and S3700 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A100 and S3700.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer A100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S3700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2016-01-14 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
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 | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.1fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 119 gr (0.26 pounds) | 118 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 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 | 250 images | 240 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $162 | $175 |