Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS 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
- Released February 2010
- Alternative Name is IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Announced January 2014

Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SD3500 IS and Olympus TG-850 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was introduced 5 years before the TG-850 iHS and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SD3500 IS matches up against the TG-850 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
SD3500 IS | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Canon SD3500 IS
TG-850 iHS | SD3500 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 48 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Olympus TG-850 iHS
SD3500 IS | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD3500 IS offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus TG-850 iHS has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD3500 IS and Olympus TG-850 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SD3500 IS vs the TG-850 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and TG-850 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD3500 IS and TG-850 iHS.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus TG-850 iHS to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS |
Also Known as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2014-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | TruePic VII |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4616 x 3464 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Yes |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 218g (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | - | $250 |