Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S6100

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and S6100 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was revealed 2 years after the S6100 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the S3500 scores versus the S6100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3500 comes with 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) whilst the Nikon S6100 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S3500 against the S6100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and S6100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and S6100.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S3500 to offer greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer S3500 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.