Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S570

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S3500 and Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and S570 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was announced 3 years after the S570 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S3500 grades versus the S570 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Nikon Coolpix S570. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Nikon S570 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S3500 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S570 has specifications of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S3500 compared to the S570.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and S570 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3500 and S570.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S3500 to provide extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The younger S3500 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.