Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) is fairly well matched but the SD3500 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SD3500 IS was manufactured 17 months earlier than the Fujifilm F550 EXR making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SD3500 IS grades against the Fujifilm F550 EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD3500 IS features physical measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD3500 IS because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.