Canon A3500 IS vs Leica C

Here is a complete overview of the Canon A3500 IS versus Leica C, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and C (12MP) and the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and C (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.

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The A3500 IS was unveiled 8 months prior to the C so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the A3500 IS scores against the C with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Leica C. The full galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Leica C Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Leica C has dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3500 IS versus Leica C in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the A3500 IS compared to the C.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and C is 96 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and C.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A3500 IS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon A3500 IS will deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older A3500 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.