Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR
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Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 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 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Released July 2011

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) is very close but the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The A3500 IS was brought out 18 months later than the Fujifilm F550 EXR making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A3500 IS grades vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Fujifilm F550 EXR
A3500 IS | Fujifilm F550 EXR | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 18 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F550 EXR over the Canon A3500 IS
Fujifilm F550 EXR | A3500 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR
A3500 IS | Fujifilm F550 EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A3500 IS has physical dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F550 EXR has proportions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the A3500 IS and the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3500 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The A3500 IS contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The fresher A3500 IS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVI MPEG4 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) |
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 All around score | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 158 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $115 | $450 |