Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1
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Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2012
Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") offer different sensor dimensions.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe A3500 IS was unveiled 4 months after the Fujifilm XF1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A3500 IS scores versus the Fujifilm XF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Fujifilm XF1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Fujifilm XF1
A3500 IS | Fujifilm XF1 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Canon A3500 IS
Fujifilm XF1 | A3500 IS | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Fujifilm XF1
A3500 IS | Fujifilm XF1 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | September 2012 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A3500 IS has got external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Fujifilm XF1 has specifications of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A3500 IS and the Fujifilm XF1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and Fujifilm XF1 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3500 IS and Fujifilm XF1.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A3500 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon A3500 IS will offer extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Fujifilm XF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Fujifilm XF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) | 255 grams (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 199 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $115 | $380 |