Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290
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![Nikon Coolpix S3500 front Nikon Coolpix S3500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500/Nikon-S3500-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290/Sony-W290-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 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
- Released February 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
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Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and W290 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S3500 was unveiled 4 years later than the W290 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S3500 grades versus the W290 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Sony W290
S3500 | W290 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Nikon S3500
W290 | S3500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Sony W290
S3500 | W290 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3500 enjoys physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 in our newest 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)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S3500 compared to the W290.
![Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3500 and W290.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S3500 to give you more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher S3500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3500 vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait 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 S3500 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-02-21 | 2009-02-17 |
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 area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129g (0.28 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $85 | $230 |