Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700
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Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced July 2010
Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A3300 IS was launched 6 months after the FX700 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the A3300 IS grades against the FX700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Panasonic FX700
A3300 IS | FX700 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Canon A3300 IS
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic FX700
A3300 IS | FX700 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | July 2010 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the FX700.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and FX700 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A3300 IS and FX700.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon A3300 IS to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.
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Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 7.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 lb) | 176g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $200 | $399 |