Nikon S3600 vs Olympus TG-6

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S3600 and Olympus TG-6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and TG-6 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was introduced 6 years before the TG-6 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S3600 grades against the TG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3600 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3600 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3600 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-6 has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3600 and the TG-6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3600 and TG-6 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and TG-6.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S3600 to offer extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older S3600 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.