Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2015
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and S33 (13MP) and the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") feature different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A3500 IS was brought out 3 years earlier than the S33 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A3500 IS grades vs the S33 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Nikon Coolpix S33. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Nikon S33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Nikon S33
A3500 IS | S33 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Canon A3500 IS
S33 | A3500 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | January 2013 | Fresher by 25 months |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon S33
A3500 IS | S33 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS has outer dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon S33 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the A3500 IS and the S33.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and S33 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and S33.
Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3500 IS because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon A3500 IS will give you greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older A3500 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S33 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S33 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S33 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3.1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.7 x 3.5mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 16.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 4.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 221g (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 220 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $115 | $150 |