Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR
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Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR 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)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Released January 2011

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Overview
Here, we are matching up the Canon A3500 IS and Fujifilm F500 EXR, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) is fairly comparable but the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") boast totally different sensor size.

The A3500 IS was launched 2 years after the Fujifilm F500 EXR which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A3500 IS scores versus the Fujifilm F500 EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Fujifilm F500 EXR
A3500 IS | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the Canon A3500 IS
Fujifilm F500 EXR | A3500 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Fujifilm F500 EXR
A3500 IS | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Fujifilm F500 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A3500 IS and Fujifilm F500 EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A3500 IS against the Fujifilm F500 EXR.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and Fujifilm F500 EXR is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3500 IS and Fujifilm F500 EXR.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The A3500 IS includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh trickier. The more recent A3500 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $115 | $430 |