Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3
95 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
33


94 Imaging
36 Features
26 Overall
32
Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2200 was launched 12 months later than the ZR3 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A2200 scores vs the ZR3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Panasonic ZR3
A2200 | ZR3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Canon A2200
ZR3 | A2200 |
---|
Common features in the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZR3
A2200 | ZR3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2200 comes with exterior dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZR3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the A2200 against the ZR3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2200 and ZR3.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files though you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger A2200 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Venus Engine HD II |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 280 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $139 | $280 |