Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25 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
- Announced February 2010
- Alternate Name is IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SD3500 IS and Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was introduced 11 months prior to the FH25 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD3500 IS grades vs the FH25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Panasonic FH25
SD3500 IS | FH25 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon SD3500 IS
FH25 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Panasonic FH25
SD3500 IS | FH25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD3500 IS offers outer dimensions 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 Panasonic FH25 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD3500 IS and Panasonic FH25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SD3500 IS compared to the FH25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and FH25 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD3500 IS and FH25.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH25 to render more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 250 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | - | $180 |