Canon A3200 IS vs Canon D30

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon A3200 IS versus Canon D30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the D30 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was unveiled 4 years before the D30 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A3200 IS grades against the D30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Canon PowerShot D30. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Canon D30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A3200 IS features physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Canon D30 has proportions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Canon A3200 IS versus Canon D30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the A3200 IS against the D30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A3200 IS and D30 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3200 IS and D30.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A3200 IS to deliver greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The older A3200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.