Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7
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37 Features
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91 Imaging
35 Features
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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS8

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was revealed 6 months earlier than the ZS7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the A3200 IS scores versus the ZS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Panasonic ZS7
A3200 IS | ZS7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Canon A3200 IS
ZS7 | A3200 IS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Panasonic ZS7
A3200 IS | ZS7 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3200 IS comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3200 IS versus Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A3200 IS and the ZS7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3200 IS and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3200 IS and ZS7.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon A3200 IS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3200 IS vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Venus Engine HD II |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 lb) | 218 grams (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $230 | $350 |