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Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560

Portability
96
Imaging
45
Features
32
Overall
39
Nikon Coolpix S3700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 Key Specs

Nikon S3700
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
  • 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2015
Sony W560
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and W560 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3700 was introduced 4 years after the W560 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S3700 matches up against the W560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Sony W560

 S3700 W560 
ReleasedJanuary 2015January 2011More modern by 49 months

Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Nikon S3700

 W560 S3700 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Sony W560

 S3700 W560 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S3700 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S3700 versus the W560.

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3700 and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S3700 and W560.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S3700 to result in extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher S3700 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S3700
Portrait photography with Sony W560
38
good resolution (20 megapixels)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S3700 Street photography information
Sony W560 Street photography information
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S3700
Sports photography with Sony W560
51
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
has tracking focus
great battery (240 CIPA)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
35
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S3700 Travel photography details
Sony W560 Travel photography details
70
great battery (240 CIPA)
good resolution (20MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
65
good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3700 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W560 as a Landscape photography camera
44
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
great battery (240 per charge)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
42
quite wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3700 Vlogging highlights
Sony W560 Vlogging highlights
32
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
29
quite wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
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Nikon S3700 vs Sony W560 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3700 and Sony W560
 Nikon Coolpix S3700Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S3700 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2015-01-14 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5152 x 3864 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-200mm (8.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.7-6.6 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.80 m 3.80 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 118g (0.26 lb) 110g (0.24 lb)
Dimensions 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 240 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $175 $139