Nikon Coolpix S3700 vs Samsung ST700

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix S3700 and the Samsung ST700, 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 Samsung ST700 was introduced in January 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Nikon Coolpix S3700 Highlights

      • 20.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Samsung ST700 Highlights

      • 16.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S3700
      4. Advantage of Samsung ST700
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      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.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Samsung ST700.

      PROS

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 118 g (0.26 lb / 4.16 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Built-in Flash

      CONS

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.1 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Nikon S3700
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S3700 over Samsung ST700.

      Nikon Coolpix S3700 vs Samsung ST700
      Higher Sensor Resolution 20.1 Megapixel vs 16.1 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 5152 x 3864 vs 4608 x 3456
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Single Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Image Stabilization vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs

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      Nikon S3300
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon S3500
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.1 MP

      Nikon S3600
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.1 MP

      Nikon S3100
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Nikon S3000
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.0 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Sony a7S III
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Advantage of Samsung ST700

      Samsung ST700
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung ST700 over Nikon Coolpix S3700.

      Nikon Coolpix S3700 vs Samsung ST700
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 2.70" vs 3.0"
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 4 sec vs 8 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/1500 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      Average Metering vs

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      Samsung ST600
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.2 MP

      Samsung ST6500
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      1/2.33-inch

      16 MP

      Samsung ST30
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      1/3-inch

      10 MP

      Samsung ST90
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.2 MP

      Samsung ST65
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.2 MP

      Samsung ST150F
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Samsung ST100
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.2 MP

      Samsung ST93
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Samsung ST80
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.2 MP

      Samsung ST95
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Canon R6 II
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Fujifilm X-M1
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      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.

      STRENGTHS Nikon Coolpix S3700 Samsung ST700
        Video Capture
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Nikon Coolpix S3700 Samsung ST700
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot230k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/1500 sec1/2000 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Nikon Coolpix S3700 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution and Samsung ST700 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Samsung ST700 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

      Sensor

      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. Samsung ST700 features a 16.1 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 [].

      Photography Features

      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. Samsung ST700 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

      Image Stabilization on Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Nikon Coolpix S3700 has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      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.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      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. Samsung ST700 has a single card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/1500 sec on Nikon Coolpix S3700, and up to 1/2000 sec on Samsung ST700.


      Flash

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

      Physical Parameters

      Nikon Coolpix S3700 body has dimensions of 96 x 58 x 20 mm (3.78 x 2.28 x 0.79") and Samsung ST700 body has dimensions of 99 x 55 x 20 mm (3.9 x 2.17 x 0.79"). Nikon Coolpix S3700 weighs 118 g (0.26 lb / 4.16 oz) and Samsung ST700 weighs [].

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

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      58 mm

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      99 mm

      55 mm

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      20 mm

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      Size comparisons of Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Samsung ST700

      Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Samsung ST700 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      POOR
      50
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      GOOD
      73
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      54
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Wildlife Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      GOOD
      72
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      GOOD
      74
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      53
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 118 g (0.26 lb / 4.16 oz)
      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Travel Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 118 g (0.26 lb / 4.16 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      BAD
      34
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Samsung ST700 and give them scores of 57 and 37 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      37

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      44
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel

      Photo

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      BAD
      33
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      GOOD
      73
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      BAD
      0
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      GOOD
      70
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      54
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Nikon Coolpix S3700

      Samsung ST700

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 118 g (0.26 lb / 4.16 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      BAD
      29
      •   No Environmental Sealing


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