Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3700
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Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched February 2013
(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
- Revealed January 2015

Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3700 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S3500 and Nikon S3700, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S3500 (20MP) and the S3700 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S3500 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the S3700 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S3500 being a Compact camera and the Nikon S3700 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S3500 matches up against the S3700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Nikon Coolpix S3700. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Nikon S3700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Nikon S3700
S3500 | S3700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Nikon S3500
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Nikon S3700
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3700 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3500 features exterior measurements 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 S3700 has proportions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3500 and Nikon S3700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S3500 versus the S3700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and S3700 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3700 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3500 and S3700.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The older S3500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S3700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-02-21 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
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 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 | 129g (0.28 lb) | 118g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $85 | $175 |