Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2
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30 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Older Model is Panasonic TS1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS3

Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was introduced 12 months later than the TS2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the A3300 IS scores against the TS2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Panasonic TS2
A3300 IS | TS2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Canon A3300 IS
TS2 | A3300 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic TS2
A3300 IS | TS2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3300 IS provides external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A3300 IS vs the TS2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and TS2 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and TS2.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A3300 IS to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent A3300 IS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | 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 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 life | 230 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $200 | $350 |