Nikon L24 vs Nikon S3600

Below is a extensive overview of the Nikon L24 vs Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and S3600 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L24 was revealed 3 years prior to the S3600 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L24 grades versus the S3600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The full galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L24 has physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3600 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L24 and the S3600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and S3600 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and S3600.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3600 to offer more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older L24 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.