Canon A2300 vs Panasonic ZS50

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon A2300 versus Panasonic ZS50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the A2300 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was announced 3 years earlier than the ZS50 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the A2300 grades against the ZS50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2300 features external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Canon A2300 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the A2300 and the ZS50.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and ZS50 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and ZS50.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon A2300 to resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged A2300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.