Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 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
- Also referred to as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced July 2010

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was brought out 5 months prior to the FX700 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SD3500 IS scores vs the FX700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Panasonic FX700
SD3500 IS | FX700 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Canon SD3500 IS
FX700 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Panasonic FX700
SD3500 IS | FX700 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS features external measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has specifications of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD3500 IS compared to the FX700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and FX700 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and FX700.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Also called as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-08 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | - | $399 |