Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9
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Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
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In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S3700 was announced 4 years later than the WX9 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S3700 matches up vs the WX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Sony WX9
| S3700 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2015 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Nikon S3700
| WX9 | S3700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Sony WX9
| S3700 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3700 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S3700 compared to the WX9.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3700 and WX9.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S3700 to deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer S3700 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.80 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 118 grams (0.26 lbs) | - |
| Dimensions | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 photos | - |
| Battery format | 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 | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $175 | $188 |