Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1
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Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1 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
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched June 2013
Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S3600 versus Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe S3600 was announced 7 months later than the TF1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S3600 matches up vs the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Sony TF1
S3600 | TF1 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | June 2013 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon S3600
TF1 | S3600 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Sony TF1
S3600 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in 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") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3600 versus Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S3600 compared to the TF1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S3600 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and TF1.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S3600 to show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger S3600 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S3600 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | 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 | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $266 |