Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1
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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 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
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS2

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was released 24 months later than the TS1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the A3200 IS grades versus the TS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Panasonic TS1
A3200 IS | TS1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Canon A3200 IS
TS1 | A3200 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Panasonic TS1
A3200 IS | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A3200 IS enjoys physical measurements 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 TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A3200 IS against the TS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3200 IS and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3200 IS and TS1.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon A3200 IS to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent A3200 IS will have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 pounds) | 189g (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $230 | $380 |