Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic SZ1

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S3600 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was revealed 2 years after the SZ1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the S3600 matches up versus the SZ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S3600 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S3600 comes with outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Nikon S3600 and Panasonic SZ1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S3600 compared to the SZ1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S3600 and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and SZ1.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S3600 to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer S3600 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.