Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S100
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S100 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 Known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2011

Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S100 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the S100 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was released 18 months earlier than the S100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SD3500 IS grades vs the S100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Nikon S100
SD3500 IS | S100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Canon SD3500 IS
S100 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 820k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+360k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Nikon S100
SD3500 IS | S100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS offers external measurements 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 Nikon S100 has specifications of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SD3500 IS vs the S100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and S100 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD3500 IS and S100.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S100 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
Also Known as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-08 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 820k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Organic LED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 150 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | - | $240 |