Nikon S3500 vs Sony WX150

The following is a detailed overview of the Nikon S3500 and Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S3500 (20MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was brought out 12 months after the WX150 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S3500 grades vs the WX150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3500 comes with outside 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 Sony WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3500 and Sony WX150 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S3500 and the WX150.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and WX150 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3500 and WX150.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S3500 to provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern S3500 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.