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Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs

Canon SD3500 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 160g - 99 x 56 x 22mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Also Known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
Pentax WG-1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Released February 2011
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD3500 IS was revealed 12 months before the WG-1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SD3500 IS scores versus the WG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Pentax WG-1

 SD3500 IS WG-1 
Display size3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Canon SD3500 IS

 WG-1 SD3500 IS 
ReleasedFebruary 2011February 2010More recent by 12 months
Manually focus Very accurate focus

Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Pentax WG-1

 SD3500 IS WG-1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS features outer dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SD3500 IS against the WG-1.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD3500 IS and WG-1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images although you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SD3500 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SD3500 IS
Portrait photography with Pentax WG-1
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SD3500 IS
Street photography with Pentax WG-1
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
54
environment proofing
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SD3500 IS
Sports photography with Pentax WG-1
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
37
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SD3500 IS
Travel photography with Pentax WG-1
65
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
environment proofing
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SD3500 IS
Landscape photography with Pentax WG-1
42
pretty wide (24mm)
screen larger than average (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
42
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD3500 IS Vlogging features
Pentax WG-1 Vlogging features
31
pretty wide (24mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic socket
25
reasonably wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD3500 IS and Pentax WG-1
 Canon PowerShot SD3500 ISPentax Optio WG-1
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Pentax
Model type Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS Pentax Optio WG-1
Otherwise known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2010-02-08 2011-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/3000s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
White balance 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 format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160 gr (0.35 lb) 157 gr (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" 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 - 260 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
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/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing - $350