Canon A3500 IS vs Olympus XZ-1

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon A3500 IS versus Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the A3500 IS (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") provide different sensor sizes.

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The A3500 IS was announced 24 months later than the XZ-1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the A3500 IS scores versus the XZ-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Olympus XZ-1. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3500 IS comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3500 IS versus Olympus XZ-1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A3500 IS and the XZ-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and XZ-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A3500 IS and XZ-1.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A3500 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Canon A3500 IS will result in more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A3500 IS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.