Canon 1D MIV vs Canon A3500 IS

Lets look more closely at the Canon 1D MIV versus Canon A3500 IS, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 1D MIV (16MP) and the A3500 IS (16MP) is relatively well matched but the 1D MIV (APS-H) and A3500 IS (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The 1D MIV was launched 3 years earlier than the A3500 IS which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Canon A3500 IS being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the 1D MIV grades against the A3500 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV & Canon PowerShot A3500 IS. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MIV Gallery & Canon A3500 IS Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D MIV has exterior dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) while the Canon A3500 IS has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1D MIV versus the A3500 IS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MIV and A3500 IS is 51 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MIV and A3500 IS.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The 1D MIV includes the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more aged 1D MIV is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.