Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Alternate Name is IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Announced February 2014
- Replaced the Nikon S9500
- Renewed by Nikon S9900

Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S9700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was launched 5 years earlier than the S9700 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the SD3500 IS grades vs the S9700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Nikon S9700
SD3500 IS | S9700 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Canon SD3500 IS
S9700 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 48 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Nikon S9700
SD3500 IS | S9700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD3500 IS has got outside measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD3500 IS versus Nikon S9700 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SD3500 IS vs the S9700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and S9700 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and S9700.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S9700 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Other name | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-08 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 232 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
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 | - | 300 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | - | $350 |