Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Here, we are looking at the Canon A3500 IS versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was launched 13 months later than the SP-620 UZ making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A3500 IS matches up against the SP-620 UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A3500 IS features external measurements 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 Olympus SP-620 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

See the Canon A3500 IS versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A3500 IS versus the SP-620 UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and SP-620 UZ is 96 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and SP-620 UZ.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer A3500 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.