Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 160g - 99 x 56 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Additionally Known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SD3500 IS versus Casio EX-ZR400, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the EX-ZR400 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was unveiled 4 years before the EX-ZR400 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SD3500 IS scores against the EX-ZR400 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR400. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Casio EX-ZR400
SD3500 IS | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Canon SD3500 IS
EX-ZR400 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Casio EX-ZR400
SD3500 IS | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD3500 IS has got external measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR400 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD3500 IS versus Casio EX-ZR400 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the EX-ZR400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SD3500 IS and EX-ZR400 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and EX-ZR400.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR400 to result in more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZR400 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-08 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 30.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 500 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | - | $0 |