Nikon S3600 vs Nikon S6300

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon S3600 vs Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and S6300 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was manufactured 24 months later than the S6300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the S3600 matches up vs the S6300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S3600 has outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S6300 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3600 vs Nikon S6300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S3600 vs the S6300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S3600 and S6300 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3600 and S6300.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S3600 to provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger S3600 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.