Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 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
- Launched February 2010
- Also Known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was revealed at a similar time to the I-10 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD3500 IS grades vs the I-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Pentax I-10
SD3500 IS | I-10 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Canon SD3500 IS
I-10 | SD3500 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Pentax I-10
SD3500 IS | I-10 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD3500 IS offers outside 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 Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SD3500 IS against the I-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SD3500 IS and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SD3500 IS and I-10.
Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SD3500 IS to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-08 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" 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 ID | NB-6L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | - | $310 |