Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS
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Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 160g - 99 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2010
- Also Known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S

Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon A2200 and Canon SD3500 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the SD3500 IS (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2200 was unveiled 12 months later than the SD3500 IS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the A2200 scores vs the SD3500 IS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2200 Gallery and Canon SD3500 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Canon SD3500 IS
A2200 | SD3500 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Canon A2200
SD3500 IS | A2200 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2200 and Canon SD3500 IS
A2200 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A2200 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon SD3500 IS has sizing of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2200 and Canon SD3500 IS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A2200 against the SD3500 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and SD3500 IS is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2200 and SD3500 IS.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher A2200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2200 vs Canon SD3500 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2200 | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2200 | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS |
Other name | - | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/3000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $139 | - |