Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650
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![Canon PowerShot A3500 IS front Canon PowerShot A3500 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS/Canon-A3500-IS-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W650/Sony-W650-front.jpg)
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Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The A3500 IS was revealed 13 months after the W650 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A3500 IS matches up versus the W650 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Sony W650
A3500 IS | W650 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 13 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Canon A3500 IS
W650 | A3500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Sony W650
A3500 IS | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A3500 IS features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A3500 IS against the W650.
![Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 size comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W650-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 top view buttons comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W650-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3500 IS and W650.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of images although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger A3500 IS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 sensor size comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W650-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W650-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A3500 IS vs Sony W650 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | BIONZ |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $115 | $140 |