Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic ZR3

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon A3000 IS vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the A3000 IS (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A3000 IS was announced at a similar time to the ZR3 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A3000 IS scores versus the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3000 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A3000 IS offers exterior dimensions 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 ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A3000 IS against the ZR3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A3000 IS and ZR3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A3000 IS and ZR3.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic ZR3 to offer extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.