Nikon S3600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S3600 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was brought out 17 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S3600 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3600 has outer dimensions 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3600 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3600 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3600 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3600 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S3600 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher S3600 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.