Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3
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![Canon PowerShot A3000 IS front Canon PowerShot A3000 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS/Canon-A3000-IS-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3.jpg)
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Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
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Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon A3000 IS versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the A3000 IS (10MP) and FH3 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The A3000 IS was launched around the same time to the FH3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A3000 IS grades against the FH3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3000 IS over the Panasonic FH3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Canon A3000 IS
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Common features in the Canon A3000 IS and Panasonic FH3
A3000 IS | FH3 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon A3000 IS provides outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Canon A3000 IS versus Panasonic FH3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A3000 IS vs the FH3.
![Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A3000 IS and FH3 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3000 IS and FH3.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH3 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.
![Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 165g (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $240 | $160 |