Canon A3500 IS vs Sony H20
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Canon A3500 IS vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Launched May 2009
Canon A3500 IS vs Sony H20 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon A3500 IS and Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and H20 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe A3500 IS was introduced 3 years after the H20 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the A3500 IS grades against the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A3500 IS vs Sony H20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Sony H20
A3500 IS | H20 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | May 2009 | Newer by 45 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Canon A3500 IS
H20 | A3500 IS | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Sony H20
A3500 IS | H20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3500 IS has got physical measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3500 IS and Sony H20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A3500 IS and the H20.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and H20 is 96 and 87 respectively.
Canon A3500 IS vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A3500 IS and H20.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon A3500 IS to result in extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern A3500 IS should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Sony H20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $115 | $249 |