Nikon S3700 vs Samsung SL720

Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S3700 versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and SL720 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3700 was announced 5 years after the SL720 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the S3700 matches up vs the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3700 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3700 vs the SL720.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S3700 and SL720 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S3700 and SL720.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S3700 to give greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger S3700 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.