Nikon S3700 vs Sony W510

Here is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S3700 vs Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and W510 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3700 was manufactured 4 years later than the W510 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S3700 matches up against the W510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S3700 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3700 has got outside measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Nikon S3700 vs Sony W510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3700 vs the W510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S3700 and W510.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S3700 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer S3700 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.