Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung WB700
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Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung WB700 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced December 2010
Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung WB700 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon A3500 IS versus Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A3500 IS was introduced 2 years after the WB700 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A3500 IS grades against the WB700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Samsung WB700
A3500 IS | WB700 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | December 2010 | More modern by 25 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Canon A3500 IS
WB700 | A3500 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Samsung WB700
A3500 IS | WB700 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A3500 IS comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Canon A3500 IS versus Samsung WB700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A3500 IS against the WB700.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and WB700 is 96 and 98 respectively.
Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and WB700.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon A3500 IS to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer A3500 IS provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Samsung WB700 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $115 | $300 |