Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1
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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS10

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was brought out 13 months after the FH1 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the A3200 IS matches up versus the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3200 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Panasonic FH1
A3200 IS | FH1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Canon A3200 IS
FH1 | A3200 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Panasonic FH1
A3200 IS | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3200 IS comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A3200 IS against the FH1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and FH1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A3200 IS and FH1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon A3200 IS to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher A3200 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) | 163 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $230 | $150 |