Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic FH10

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon A3500 IS versus Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was released around the same time to the FH10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A3500 IS matches up vs the FH10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3500 IS features outer dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FH10 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A3500 IS vs the FH10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and FH10 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and FH10.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.