Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS15
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS25
Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe A2300 was brought out 2 months prior to the ZS20 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the A2300 grades vs the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Panasonic ZS20
A2300 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Canon A2300
ZS20 | A2300 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Panasonic ZS20
A2300 | ZS20 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | April 2012 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the A2300 and the ZS20.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and ZS20 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and ZS20.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon A2300 to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.
Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 206g (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 photos | 260 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $139 | $349 |