Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25
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Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was released 24 months after the FS25 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A3300 IS matches up against the FS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Panasonic FS25
A3300 IS | FS25 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Canon A3300 IS
FS25 | A3300 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic FS25
A3300 IS | FS25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A3300 IS offers physical 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 FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A3300 IS versus the FS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A3300 IS and FS25.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon A3300 IS to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent A3300 IS will have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 pounds) | 148g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 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/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $200 | $230 |