Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700
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![Nikon Coolpix S230 front Nikon Coolpix S230 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S230/Nikon-S230-front.jpg)
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and S3700 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S230 was unveiled 7 years before the S3700 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S230 scores vs the S3700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S230 & Nikon Coolpix S3700. The full galleries are available at Nikon S230 Gallery & Nikon S3700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Nikon S3700
S230 | S3700 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Nikon S230
S3700 | S230 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 72 months |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Nikon S3700
S230 | S3700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S230 provides physical dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3700 has proportions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S230 against the S3700.
![Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 size comparison Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S230 and S3700 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 top view buttons comparison Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S230 and S3700.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S3700 to give you extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older S230 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 sensor size comparison Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S230 vs Nikon S3700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S230 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 115 grams (0.25 lbs) | 118 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $150 | $175 |