Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5 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
- Announced February 2010
- Also Known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 848 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the EX-ZS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was introduced 11 months prior to the EX-ZS5 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SD3500 IS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SD3500 IS scores versus the EX-ZS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Casio EX-ZS5
SD3500 IS | EX-ZS5 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Canon SD3500 IS
EX-ZS5 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Casio EX-ZS5
SD3500 IS | EX-ZS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD3500 IS offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SD3500 IS against the EX-ZS5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and EX-ZS5 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD3500 IS and EX-ZS5.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images but you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Canon SD3500 IS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 |
Also Known as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 848x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | - | $100 |