Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350
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Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
- Replaced the Sony WX300
- New Model is Sony WX500

Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S3600 (20MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S3600 was unveiled very close to the WX350 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S3600 grades vs the WX350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3600 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Sony WX350
S3600 | WX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Nikon S3600
WX350 | S3600 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Sony WX350
S3600 | WX350 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3600 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S3600 and the WX350.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3600 and WX350 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and WX350.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S3600 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively.

Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3600 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.30 m |
Hot shoe | ||
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 ) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 470 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $200 | $270 |