Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L
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Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L 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
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Released March 2021
- Older Model is Sigma fp
Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S3600 versus Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and fp L (61MP) and the S3600 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S3600 was released 8 years earlier than the fp L and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon S3600 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S3600 scores vs the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Sigma fp L
S3600 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Nikon S3600
fp L | S3600 | |||
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Released | March 2021 | January 2014 | Fresher by 87 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Sigma fp L
S3600 | fp L | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S3600 has external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3600 versus Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S3600 compared to the fp L.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S3600 and fp L is 96 and 83 respectively.
Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and fp L.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S3600 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp L will show more detail as a result of its extra 41MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older S3600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Nikon S3600 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Sigma fp L |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Leica L |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 427 gr (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 240 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $200 | $2,499 |