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Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
55
Overall
45

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs

Canon A3500 IS
(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
  • Revealed January 2013
Samsung Galaxy Camera
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Released February 2013
  • Other Name is Wi-Fi
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Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Canon A3500 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was revealed within a month of the Galaxy Camera which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A3500 IS grades vs the Galaxy Camera when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera

 A3500 IS Galaxy Camera 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Canon A3500 IS

 Galaxy Camera A3500 IS 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen size4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Screen resolution922k230kClearer screen (+692k dot)

Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera

 A3500 IS Galaxy Camera 
ReleasedJanuary 2013February 2013Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A3500 IS features outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A3500 IS versus the Galaxy Camera.

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and Galaxy Camera is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera top view buttons comparison

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3500 IS and Galaxy Camera.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera sensor size comparison

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3500 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera as a Portrait photography camera
34
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
39
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A3500 IS Street photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera Street photography information
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with touch to focus
lighter than competition in class (135 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (300g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3500 IS Sports photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera Sports photography highlights
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (200 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
49
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3500 IS Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera Travel photography factors
68
lighter than competition in class (135g)
comes with touch to focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
not so great battery life (200 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
68
lighter than others (300g)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (23mm)
long reach (481mm)
lack of Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon A3500 IS
Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera
41
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
not so great battery life (200 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse function
49
manual focus
really wide (23mm)
very good size screen (4.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3500 IS Vlogging highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera Vlogging highlights
34
decently wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
lighter than competition in class (135g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone port
36
really wide (23mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with microphone jack
lighter than others (300g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3500 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera
 Canon PowerShot A3500 ISSamsung Galaxy Camera
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model type Canon PowerShot A3500 IS Samsung Galaxy Camera
Alternate name - Wi-Fi
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2013-01-07 2013-02-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 4 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 4.8 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 16 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
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) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS Optional BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135g (0.30 lb) 300g (0.66 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
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 -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch price $115 $450