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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
96 Imaging
39 Features
28 Overall
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Canon PowerShot A2400 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92 Imaging
36 Features
31 Overall
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

Canon A2400 IS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 126g - 94 x 54 x 20mm
  • Released February 2012
Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Launched August 2011
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Older Model is Panasonic TS2
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS4
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was brought out 6 months later than the TS3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A2400 IS grades versus the TS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Panasonic TS3

		

		

			
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Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic TS3

		

		

			
 A2400 IS TS3 
LaunchedFebruary 2012August 2011Same generation
Manual focus  No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen  Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display  Neither comes with Touch friendly display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2400 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A2400 IS and the TS3.
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and TS3 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and TS3.
All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon A2400 IS to show more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively.
	
			Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Canon A2400 IS Portrait photography advice
Panasonic TS3 Portrait photography advice
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 decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
 features face detection focusing
 no manual focus
 no manual exposure
 no external flash support
 sensor  is very small (1/2.3")
 no RAW files
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 lack of manual focus
 no manual control
 external flash not possible
 resolution not great (12 megapixels)
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 has no RAW files
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Street Comparison
 Canon A2400 IS as a Street photography camera
 Panasonic TS3 as a Street photography camera
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 has image stabilization (Optical)
 lighter than competition in class (126g)
 screen does not articulate
 sensor  is very small (1/2.3")
 no RAW files
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 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 weather sealing
 fixed screen
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison
 Canon A2400 IS as a Sports photography camera
 Panasonic TS3 as a Sports photography camera
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 has image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (16MP)
 features tracking autofocus
 very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
 no shutter priority mode
 sensor  is very small (1/2.3")
 bad battery pack (190 shots)
 no phase detect AF
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 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 supports tracking focus
 weather sealing
 good battery (310 per charge)
 low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
 painfully slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
 lack of shutter priority mode
 resolution not great (12 megapixels)
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Canon A2400 IS Travel photography features
Panasonic TS3 Travel photography features
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 lighter than competition in class (126g)
 decent sensor resolution (16MP)
 flash built-in
 really wide (28mm)
 no Time Lapse function
 bad battery pack (190 per charge)
 does not have a selfie friendly screen
 sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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 good battery (310 CIPA)
 weather sealing
 flash built-in
 decently wide (28mm)
 doesn't have Time Lapse mode
 resolution not great (12 megapixels)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison
Canon A2400 IS Landscape photography features
Panasonic TS3 Landscape photography features
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 really wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
 no manual focus
 can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
 screen is small (2.7 inch)
 no manual exposure
 sensor  is very small (1/2.3")
 no RAW files
 bad battery pack (190 per charge)
 no Time Lapse function
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 decently wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 weather sealing
 good battery (310 per charge)
 lack of manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
 small screen (2.7 inch)
 no manual control
 resolution not great (12MP)
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 has no RAW files
 doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
Canon A2400 IS Vlogging features
Panasonic TS3 Vlogging features
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 really wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 features face detection focusing
 lighter than competition in class (126g)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
 does not have a selfie friendly screen
 low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
 no external mic support
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 decently wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 doesn't have mic socket
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic TS3
 Canon PowerShot A2400 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Brand Name Canon Panasonic
Model Canon PowerShot A2400 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-FT3
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2012-02-07 2011-08-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine FHD
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 16 megapixel 12 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 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch focus    
AF continuous    
Single AF    
Tracking AF    
AF selectice    
Center weighted AF    
Multi area AF    
Live view AF    
Face detect focusing    
Contract detect focusing    
Phase detect focusing    
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Set WB    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range 3.00 m 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash    
Auto exposure bracketing    
WB 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 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 126 grams (0.28 lbs) 197 grams (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" 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 190 photos 310 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NB-11L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $149 $380