Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon IXUS 165 and Nikon S3600 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon IXUS 165 has external dimensions of 95 x 54 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.13 x 0.87″) and weighs 128 g (0.28 lb / 4.52 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S3600 has external dimensions of 97 x 58 x 20 mm (3.82 x 2.28 x 0.78″) and weighs 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon IXUS 165 and the Nikon S3600. Canon IXUS 165 is 2mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Nikon S3600 but it is also 2mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon IXUS 165 and Nikon S3600.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon IXUS 165 and Nikon S3600.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S3600 is 3g lighter than the Canon IXUS 165 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon IXUS 165 nor Nikon Coolpix S3600 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon IXUS 165 and Nikon S3600's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.