Canon SD3500 IS vs Fujifilm X30

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SD3500 IS versus Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the SD3500 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") use different sensor measurements.

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The SD3500 IS was launched 5 years before the Fujifilm X30 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SD3500 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm X30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Fujifilm X30. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X30 has specifications of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SD3500 IS and the Fujifilm X30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and Fujifilm X30 is 95 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD3500 IS and Fujifilm X30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD3500 IS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Canon SD3500 IS will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.