Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F
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![Nikon Coolpix S3600 front Nikon Coolpix S3600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3600/Nikon-S3600-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB35F front Samsung WB35F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB35F/Samsung-WB35F-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched January 2014
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Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon S3600 and Samsung WB35F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S3600 was unveiled at a similar time to the WB35F which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the S3600 grades vs the WB35F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3600 & Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3600 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Samsung WB35F
S3600 | WB35F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Nikon S3600
WB35F | S3600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Samsung WB35F
S3600 | WB35F | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S3600 enjoys exterior 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 Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Nikon S3600 and Samsung WB35F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S3600 versus the WB35F.
![Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-vs-Samsung-WB35F-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3600 and WB35F is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-vs-Samsung-WB35F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and WB35F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S3600 to offer greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively.
![Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-vs-Samsung-WB35F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-vs-Samsung-WB35F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Samsung WB35F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 194 grams (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $130 |