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Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
Canon PowerShot A2200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Canon A2200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Canon A2200 and Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was announced at a similar time to the S1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A2200 grades against the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Panasonic S1

 A2200 S1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Canon A2200

 S1 A2200 

Common features in the Canon A2200 and Panasonic S1

 A2200 S1 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurements
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A2200 provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A2200 and the S1.

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and S1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2200 and S1.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon A2200 to offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A2200 Portrait photography info
Panasonic S1 Portrait photography info
33
MP count good (14MP)
offers face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon A2200 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competitors (135 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117 grams)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon A2200
Sports photography with Panasonic S1
37
MP count good (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
good battery pack (280 CIPA)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon A2200 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Travel photography camera
70
good battery pack (280 CIPA)
lighter than competitors (135g)
MP count good (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
62
lighter than competition (117g)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A2200 Landscape photography info
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography info
36
fairly wide (28mm)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
good battery pack (280 shots)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
32
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2200 Vlogging factors
Panasonic S1 Vlogging factors
30
fairly wide (28mm)
offers face detect focusing
lighter than competitors (135g)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
31
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic jack
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Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2200 and Panasonic S1
 Canon PowerShot A2200Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
General Information
Make Canon Panasonic
Model Canon PowerShot A2200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus range 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE 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 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 135 gr (0.30 lbs) 117 gr (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life 280 shots 240 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NB-8L -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $139 $269