Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610
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Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2011

Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3500 IS was brought out 2 years later than the TG-610 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the A3500 IS matches up vs the TG-610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Olympus TG-610. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Olympus TG-610
A3500 IS | TG-610 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 25 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Canon A3500 IS
TG-610 | A3500 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Olympus TG-610
A3500 IS | TG-610 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A3500 IS provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-610 has specifications of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the A3500 IS vs the TG-610.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and TG-610 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and TG-610.
All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon A3500 IS to produce more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern A3500 IS should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus TG-610 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Olympus TG-610 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Olympus TG-610 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | 210 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $115 | $223 |