Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST600

Lets look closer at the Nikon S3700 and Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and ST600 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3700 was introduced 5 years after the ST600 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S3700 grades versus the ST600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3700 has outer measurements 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 ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3700 and Samsung ST600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the S3700 vs the ST600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and ST600 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3700 and ST600.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S3700 to provide extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S3700 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.