Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic XS1

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon A3200 IS and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was revealed 24 months earlier than the XS1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the A3200 IS grades versus the XS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are available at Canon A3200 IS Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A3200 IS provides 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) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3200 IS and Panasonic XS1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A3200 IS compared to the XS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A3200 IS and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3200 IS and XS1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic XS1 to provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged A3200 IS will be behind in sensor tech.