Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon A3500 IS versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was manufactured within a month of the SZ-16 iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A3500 IS scores against the SZ-16 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS features outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Canon A3500 IS versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the A3500 IS compared to the SZ-16 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and SZ-16 iHS is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always take the production date of the cameras into account.