Clicky

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9

Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
32
Overall
40
Nikon Coolpix S3700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 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
  • Introduced January 2015
Sony WX9
(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
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Overview

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").

Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

The 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.

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming
	
	

Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Sony WX9

 S3700 WX9 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015January 2011Fresher by 49 months

Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Nikon S3700

 WX9 S3700 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Sony WX9

 S3700 WX9 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed 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).

Check out the Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S3700 Portrait photography advice
Sony WX9 Portrait photography advice
39
decent megapixels (20MP)
offers face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Street Comparison

Nikon S3700 as a Street photography camera
Sony WX9 as a Street photography camera
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Sports Comparison

Nikon S3700 Sports photography info
Sony WX9 Sports photography info
51
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
great battery life (240 shots)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Travel Comparison

Nikon S3700 Travel photography details
Sony WX9 Travel photography details
70
great battery life (240 shots)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
67
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3700 Landscape photography highlights
Sony WX9 Landscape photography highlights
44
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
great battery life (240 per charge)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
43
relatively wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3700 Vlogging details
Sony WX9 Vlogging details
32
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic socket
33
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have external mic jack
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX9 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3700 and Sony WX9
 Nikon Coolpix S3700Sony 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