Nikon S3700 vs Nikon S4000

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S3700 and Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and S4000 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3700 was launched 5 years after the S4000 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the S3700 matches up against the S4000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Nikon Coolpix S4000. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3700 Gallery and Nikon S4000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S3700 features outside measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4000 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3700 and Nikon S4000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S3700 against the S4000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3700 and S4000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S3700 and S4000.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S3700 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern S3700 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.