Nikon S100 vs Nikon S3500

Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon S100 versus Nikon S3500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the S3500 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S100 was brought out 18 months before the S3500 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S100 matches up vs the S3500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Nikon Coolpix S3500. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery & Nikon S3500 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 has got outer dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S3500 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S100 versus Nikon S3500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S100 versus the S3500.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and S3500 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S100 and S3500.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S3500 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older S100 will be behind in sensor innovation.