Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800 Key Specs
(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
- Additionally Known as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2014
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SD3500 IS versus Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe SD3500 IS was announced 5 years prior to the W800 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SD3500 IS scores against the W800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Sony W800
SD3500 IS | W800 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Canon SD3500 IS
W800 | SD3500 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | February 2010 | Newer by 48 months |
Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Sony W800
SD3500 IS | W800 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SD3500 IS provides external 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 W800 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Canon SD3500 IS versus Sony W800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the W800.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SD3500 IS and W800 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD3500 IS and W800.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W800 to result in extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Sony W800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
Alternative name | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVI MPEG4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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-BN |
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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | - | $90 |