Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600
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44 Features
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96 Imaging
45 Features
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2014

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Nikon L28 and Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. The resolution of the L28 (20MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L28 was revealed 11 months earlier than the S3600 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the L28 matches up against the S3600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The full galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Nikon S3600
L28 | S3600 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Nikon L28
S3600 | L28 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Nikon S3600
L28 | S3600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L28 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S3600 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L28 and Nikon S3600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the L28 against the S3600.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L28 and S3600 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and S3600.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged L28 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 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 | 280 photographs | 230 photographs |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $90 | $200 |