Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10
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Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix XP11
- Later Model is Fujifilm XP30

Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and XP10 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A3500 IS was revealed 2 years later than the XP10 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A3500 IS matches up vs the XP10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & FujiFilm FinePix XP10. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & FujiFilm XP10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the FujiFilm XP10
A3500 IS | XP10 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 36 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Canon A3500 IS
XP10 | A3500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and FujiFilm XP10
A3500 IS | XP10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS provides external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the FujiFilm XP10 has sizing of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the A3500 IS vs the XP10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and XP10 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and XP10.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon A3500 IS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer A3500 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon A3500 IS vs FujiFilm XP10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix XP11 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $115 | $175 |