Canon A2500 vs Panasonic 3D1

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon A2500 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2500 was announced 15 months later than the 3D1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the A2500 grades vs the 3D1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 provides external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the A2500 compared to the 3D1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and 3D1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and 3D1.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon A2500 to deliver more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern A2500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.