Nikon L810 vs Nikon S3500
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Launched February 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Released February 2013

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S3500 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S3500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the S3500 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The L810 was launched 12 months earlier than the S3500 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the L810 scores versus the S3500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S3500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Nikon Coolpix S3500. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery & Nikon S3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon S3500
L810 | S3500 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Nikon L810
S3500 | L810 | |||
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Released | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Nikon S3500
L810 | S3500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S3500 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 has physical measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Nikon S3500 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S3500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L810 and the S3500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and S3500 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S3500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and S3500.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3500 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older L810 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S3500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2013-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 26-182mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.4-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 lbs) | 129g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $280 | $85 |