Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2011
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- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ6
Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the A2200 (14MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the A2200 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe A2200 was launched 21 months later than the ZS1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A2200 grades versus the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Panasonic ZS1
A2200 | ZS1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | May 2009 | Fresher by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Canon A2200
ZS1 | A2200 |
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Common features in the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZS1
A2200 | ZS1 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2200 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Canon A2200 and Panasonic ZS1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the A2200 versus the ZS1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2200 and ZS1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A2200 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon A2200 will show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A2200 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon A2200 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 lb) | 229 gr (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $139 | $0 |