• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.1 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 200.00mm (35mm eq.)

Buy From

Differences

Nikon S1000pj advantages over Nikon S3700

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.54 vs 1.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon S3700 advantages over Nikon S1000pj

  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    200 mm vs 140 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Newer
    9 years vs 15 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    118g vs 155g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    20.1 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

Buy From

Your purchases support this site

Your purchases support this site

Buy the Nikon S3700

Review Excerpt

The Competition

Compared to Nikon S70

Nikon S1000pj
Nikon S70
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $257
  • 1/2.3 inch
Nikon S3700
Nikon S70
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $257
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher extended ISO

Compared to Olympus Tough-6020

Nikon S1000pj
Olympus Tough-6020
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $223
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
Nikon S3700
Olympus Tough-6020
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
  • $223
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out

Compared to Nikon S1100pj

Nikon S1000pj
Nikon S1100pj
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen
Nikon S3700
Nikon S1100pj
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Nikon S5300

Nikon S1000pj
Nikon S5300
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
Nikon S3700
Nikon S5300
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More pixels
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • HDMI out

Compared to Nikon A300

Nikon S1000pj
Nikon A300
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $137
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Built-in Bluetooth
Nikon S3700
Nikon A300
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $137
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Bluetooth
Compare Other Cameras?