Canon SD3500 IS vs Olympus TG-320

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SD3500 IS versus Olympus TG-320, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD3500 IS was brought out 23 months earlier than the TG-320 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SD3500 IS matches up versus the TG-320 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Olympus TG-320. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Olympus TG-320 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD3500 IS vs the TG-320.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and TG-320 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD3500 IS and TG-320.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SD3500 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.