Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600
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Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2014
Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S3500 (20MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S3500 was manufactured 10 months before the S3600 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S3500 grades against the S3600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Nikon S3600
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Nikon S3500
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Launched | January 2014 | February 2013 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Nikon S3600
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3500 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S3600 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S3500 compared to the S3600.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and S3600 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and S3600.
All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older S3500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-02-21 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
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 | 129 gr (0.28 lbs) | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 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 | - | 230 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $85 | $200 |