Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon P330

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon P330, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and P330 (12MP) and the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and P330 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The A3500 IS was introduced very close to the P330 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A3500 IS scores vs the P330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Nikon Coolpix P330. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Nikon P330 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor 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") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon P330 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the A3500 IS compared to the P330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and P330 is 96 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and P330.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A3500 IS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Canon A3500 IS will give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.