Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic 3D1

Below is a in-depth overview of the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was brought out 10 months before the 3D1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the A3300 IS matches up versus the 3D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys outside 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) while the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the A3300 IS against the 3D1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and 3D1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and 3D1.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon A3300 IS to render more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older A3300 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.