Canon A3500 IS vs Canon SX700 HS

Let's take a closer look at the Canon A3500 IS versus Canon SX700 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the SX700 HS (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was brought out 13 months prior to the SX700 HS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the A3500 IS grades vs the SX700 HS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Canon SX700 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A3500 IS has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon SX700 HS has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3500 IS versus Canon SX700 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A3500 IS vs the SX700 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and SX700 HS is 96 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3500 IS and SX700 HS.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged A3500 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.