Canon A3100 IS vs Panasonic ZS40

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon A3100 IS vs Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was announced 5 years earlier than the ZS40 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A3100 IS scores against the ZS40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3100 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the A3100 IS and the ZS40.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A3100 IS and ZS40 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3100 IS and ZS40.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to render greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged A3100 IS will be behind in sensor technology.