Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W220
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W220 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
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W220 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SD3500 IS and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SD3500 IS was unveiled 14 months later than the W220 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SD3500 IS scores against the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W220 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are available at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Sony W220
SD3500 IS | W220 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 14 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Canon SD3500 IS
W220 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Sony W220
SD3500 IS | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD3500 IS has got physical dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD3500 IS and Sony W220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the W220.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SD3500 IS and W220.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SD3500 IS to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern SD3500 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 147 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | - | $160 |