Nikon S3600 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S3600 versus Panasonic ZS30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3600 (20MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was brought out 13 months later than the ZS30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S3600 matches up versus the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3600 has physical dimensions 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 Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S3600 versus Panasonic ZS30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S3600 and the ZS30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S3600 and ZS30 is 96 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and ZS30.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon S3600 to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher S3600 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.