Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S570
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S570 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced August 2009

Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S570 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and S570 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3500 IS was revealed 3 years after the S570 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A3500 IS grades versus the S570 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S570 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Nikon Coolpix S570. The full galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Nikon S570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Nikon S570
A3500 IS | S570 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 42 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Canon A3500 IS
S570 | A3500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon S570
A3500 IS | S570 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S570 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3500 IS comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon S570 has proportions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon S570 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A3500 IS vs the S570.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and S570 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S570 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and S570.
Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon A3500 IS to offer you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A3500 IS will have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S570 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S570 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S570 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 140g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $115 | $180 |