Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 160g - 99 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Also referred to as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012

Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Canon SD3500 IS versus Fujifilm JX500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was revealed 23 months prior to the Fujifilm JX500 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD3500 IS scores versus the Fujifilm JX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Fujifilm FinePix JX500. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm JX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Fujifilm JX500
SD3500 IS | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Canon SD3500 IS
Fujifilm JX500 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 23 months |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Fujifilm JX500
SD3500 IS | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX500 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD3500 IS versus Fujifilm JX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the Fujifilm JX500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and Fujifilm JX500 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD3500 IS and Fujifilm JX500.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD3500 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm JX500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-08 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 113 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 model | NB-6L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | - | $90 |