Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S30

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and S30 (10MP) and the SD3500 IS (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The SD3500 IS was unveiled 24 months before the S30 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD3500 IS grades versus the S30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Nikon Coolpix S30. The full galleries are available at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD3500 IS features 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) and the Nikon S30 has sizing of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the S30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and S30 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and S30.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SD3500 IS with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon SD3500 IS will offer extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.