Nikon S3500 vs Sony W690

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S3500 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was revealed 12 months later than the W690 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S3500 matches up against the W690 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S3500 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Nikon S3500 versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S3500 compared to the W690.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and W690.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S3500 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The younger S3500 will have an advantage in sensor tech.