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Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220

Portability
96
Imaging
45
Features
29
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix S3600 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 Key Specs

Nikon S3600
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • 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
Sony W220
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
  • 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S3600 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was announced 5 years after the W220 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S3600 grades versus the W220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Sony W220

 S3600 W220 
LaunchedJanuary 2014January 2009Newer by 61 months

Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Nikon S3600

 W220 S3600 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Sony W220

 S3600 W220 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurement
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S3600 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S3600 versus Sony W220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3600 against the W220.

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3600 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and W220.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S3600 to show more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer S3600 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S3600 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W220 Portrait photography highlights
38
good megapixels (20MP)
includes face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S3600
Street photography with Sony W220
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S3600 Sports photography features
Sony W220 Sports photography features
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S3600 Travel photography advice
Sony W220 Travel photography advice
70
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3600 Landscape photography details
Sony W220 Landscape photography details
41
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (20MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
32
has manual focus
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3600 Vlogging features
Sony W220 Vlogging features
33
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
lighter than competitors (125g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone support
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external microphone jack
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Nikon S3600 vs Sony W220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3600 and Sony W220
 Nikon Coolpix S3600Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S3600 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2014-01-07 2009-01-08
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 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 5152 x 3864 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 99 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-200mm (8.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-6.6 f/2.8-7.1
Macro focusing distance 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 7.10 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings - Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off
Hot shoe
AEB
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 ) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 gr (0.28 lb) 147 gr (0.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $200 $160