Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
- Launched July 2013
- Older Model is Nikon AW100
- Successor is Nikon AW120

Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the AW110 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3500 IS was launched 5 months before the AW110 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A3500 IS scores versus the AW110 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Nikon Coolpix AW110. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Nikon AW110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Nikon AW110
A3500 IS | AW110 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Canon A3500 IS
AW110 | A3500 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon AW110
A3500 IS | AW110 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS enjoys outer 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) and the Nikon AW110 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A3500 IS compared to the AW110.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and AW110 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and AW110.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.

Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon AW110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW110 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW110 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-07-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 lb) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 250 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $115 | $250 |