Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic FX580

Here, we are looking at the Canon A3000 IS and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A3000 IS (10MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A3000 IS was revealed 12 months later than the FX580 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the A3000 IS scores versus the FX580 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are available at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about 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") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3000 IS and Panasonic FX580 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the A3000 IS compared to the FX580.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A3000 IS and FX580 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A3000 IS and FX580.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX580 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A3000 IS should have an advantage in sensor technology.