Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20
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Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20

Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon A3500 IS versus Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3500 IS was brought out 12 months after the TS20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A3500 IS scores vs the TS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Panasonic TS20
A3500 IS | TS20 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Canon A3500 IS
TS20 | A3500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Panasonic TS20
A3500 IS | TS20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS has got outer measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Canon A3500 IS versus Panasonic TS20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A3500 IS versus the TS20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and TS20 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and TS20.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The newer A3500 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | 250 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $115 | $179 |