Nikon A900 vs Nikon S3600

Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon A900 versus Nikon S3600, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A900 (20MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A900 was manufactured 2 years later than the S3600 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the A900 scores versus the S3600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A900 enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3600 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Nikon A900 versus Nikon S3600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the A900 and the S3600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and S3600 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and S3600.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent A900 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.