Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic ZS50

Below, we are reviewing the Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic ZS50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was introduced 6 years before the ZS50 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A2100 IS grades vs the ZS50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2100 IS comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the A2100 IS against the ZS50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and ZS50.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A2100 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.