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 Nikon S3500 and Sony W830 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S3500 has external dimensions of and weighs 129 g (including batteries). Sony W830 has external dimensions of 93 x 52 x 23 mm (3.66 x 2.05 x 0.91″) and weighs 122 g (0.27 lb / 4.30 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S3500 and the Sony W830. Sony W830 is 4mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Nikon S3500 but it is also 2mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S3500 and Sony W830.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S3500 and Sony W830.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony W830 is 7g lighter than the Nikon S3500 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S3500 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 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
Nikon S3500 and Sony W830'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.