Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH2

Following is a thorough overview of the Canon SD3500 IS and Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD3500 IS was manufactured 11 months prior to the FH2 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SD3500 IS grades vs the FH2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SD3500 IS features physical dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SD3500 IS against the FH2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SD3500 IS and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SD3500 IS and FH2.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.