Canon A2200 vs Panasonic S3

Lets look more closely at the Canon A2200 versus Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was unveiled within a month of the S3 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the A2200 scores versus the S3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2200 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2200 provides outside measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic S3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A2200 vs the S3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and S3 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A2200 and S3.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of files although you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration.