Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90
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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Released August 2011

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was introduced 7 months before the FX90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A3200 IS scores vs the FX90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Panasonic FX90
A3200 IS | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Canon A3200 IS
FX90 | A3200 IS | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Panasonic FX90
A3200 IS | FX90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A3200 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the A3200 IS versus the FX90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3200 IS and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3200 IS and FX90.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A3200 IS to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older A3200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-08-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 gr (0.33 lb) | 149 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $230 | $227 |