Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3600

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3600, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and S3600 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S230 was manufactured 5 years prior to the S3600 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S230 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S3600 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S230 scores versus the S3600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S230 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S230 has exterior measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Nikon S3600 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S230 and the S3600.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S230 and S3600 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S230 and S3600.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S3600 to offer more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S230 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.