Nikon S3600 vs Nikon S9300

Below, we are comparing the Nikon S3600 versus Nikon S9300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Nikon. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and S9300 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was unveiled 18 months after the S9300 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S3600 matches up versus the S9300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3600 & Nikon Coolpix S9300. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3600 Gallery & Nikon S9300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3600 provides external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3600 versus Nikon S9300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S3600 vs the S9300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3600 and S9300 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and S9300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S3600 to produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger S3600 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.