Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS
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Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 160g - 99 x 56 x 22mm
- Released February 2010
- Alternative Name is IXUS 210 / IXY 10S

Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Canon A3300 IS versus Canon SD3500 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both designed by Canon. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the SD3500 IS (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was unveiled 12 months after the SD3500 IS so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A3300 IS matches up against the SD3500 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Canon SD3500 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Canon SD3500 IS
A3300 IS | SD3500 IS | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Canon A3300 IS
SD3500 IS | A3300 IS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Canon SD3500 IS
A3300 IS | SD3500 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A3300 IS comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Canon SD3500 IS has sizing of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3300 IS versus Canon SD3500 IS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A3300 IS against the SD3500 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and SD3500 IS is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3300 IS and SD3500 IS.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon A3300 IS to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger A3300 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD3500 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS |
Otherwise known as | - | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-08 |
Body design | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/3000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 lbs) | 160g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 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 | 230 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | - |