Nikon Coolpix S3700 vs Nikon Coolpix S3500

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix S3700 and the Nikon Coolpix S3500, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon Coolpix S3700 was introduced in January 2015 and Nikon Coolpix S3500 was introduced in February 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S3700 over Nikon Coolpix S3500.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S3500 over Nikon Coolpix S3700.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Nikon Coolpix S3500 have 2.70" Fixed screens with 230k dot resolution.

Nikon Coolpix S3700 features a 20.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200. Nikon Coolpix S3500 features a 20.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.16 x 4.62 mm and a total area of 21.3 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

Nikon Coolpix S3700 is equipped with Expeed C2 processor and can take pictures up to 5152 x 3864 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 510 x 2880, 3864 x 3864, 3848 x 2736, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix S3500 can take pictures up to 5152 x 3864 resolution.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix S3700

Nikon Coolpix S3700 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Nikon Coolpix S3700

Nikon Coolpix S3700 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Nikon Coolpix S3700 comes with EN-EL19 battery pack with battery life of 240 shots.

External Storage Slots

Nikon Coolpix S3700 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Nikon Coolpix S3500 has a single card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/1500 sec on Nikon Coolpix S3700, and up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S3500.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 2.80 m on Nikon Coolpix S3700..

Nikon Coolpix S3700 body has dimensions of 96 x 58 x 20 mm (3.78 x 2.28 x 0.79") and Nikon Coolpix S3500 body has dimensions of 97 x 58 x 21 mm (3.82 x 2.28 x 0.83"). Nikon Coolpix S3700 weighs 118 g (0.26 lb / 4.16 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S3500 weighs 129 g (0.28 lb / 4.55 oz).

Nikon Coolpix S3700

Nikon Coolpix S3500

96 mm

58 mm

97 mm

58 mm

58 mm

58 mm

20 mm

21 mm