Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10
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Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 135g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Announced July 2009
Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and D10 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A3500 IS was manufactured 3 years after the D10 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the A3500 IS matches up vs the D10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Canon PowerShot D10. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Canon D10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Canon D10
A3500 IS | D10 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | July 2009 | More modern by 43 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Canon A3500 IS
D10 | A3500 IS | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Canon D10
A3500 IS | D10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS features physical dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Canon D10 has sizing of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A3500 IS vs the D10.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and D10 is 96 and 89 respectively.
Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and D10.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon A3500 IS to give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern A3500 IS should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Canon D10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Canon PowerShot D10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Canon PowerShot D10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/5000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 190g (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $115 | $299 |