Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic G9

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S3600 versus Panasonic G9, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3600 (20MP) and the G9 (20MP) is very well matched but the S3600 (1/2.3") and G9 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The S3600 was announced 4 years earlier than the G9 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon S3600 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S3600 grades vs the G9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3600 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has proportions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

Check the Nikon S3600 versus Panasonic G9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S3600 against the G9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3600 and G9 is 96 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and G9.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The S3600 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more challenging. The older S3600 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.