Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX1

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S3700 versus Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the S3700 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor sizing.

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The S3700 was announced 5 years later than the WX1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S3700 matches up versus the WX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S3700 has physical 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 Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S3700 versus Sony WX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S3700 compared to the WX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S3700 and WX1.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S3700 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon S3700 will provide extra detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer S3700 provides a benefit in sensor technology.