Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S3500

Its time to look closer at the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S3500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and S3500 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was announced 4 years earlier than the S3500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S1000pj matches up against the S3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Nikon Coolpix S3500. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Nikon S3500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj features physical dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S3500 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S3500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj vs the S3500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and S3500 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and S3500.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S3500 to give you more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be behind in sensor innovation.