Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony H70
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony H70 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
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternative Name is IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2011
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In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SD3500 IS and Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SD3500 IS was revealed 11 months prior to the H70 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the SD3500 IS scores vs the H70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Sony H70
| SD3500 IS | H70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3.5" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Canon SD3500 IS
| H70 | SD3500 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2011 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Sony H70
| SD3500 IS | H70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD3500 IS and Sony H70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SD3500 IS against the H70.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and H70 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and H70.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony H70 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony H70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony H70 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
| Also called | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-02-08 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
| 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| 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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone 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 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | - | $199 |
