Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W290

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SD3500 IS versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD3500 IS was manufactured 12 months later than the W290 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the SD3500 IS matches up against the W290 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD3500 IS enjoys 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) and the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon SD3500 IS versus Sony W290 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SD3500 IS compared to the W290.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD3500 IS and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD3500 IS and W290.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SD3500 IS to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent SD3500 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.