Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic TS20

Let's look closer at the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic TS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was manufactured 13 months prior to the TS20 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A3300 IS matches up against the TS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3300 IS has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the TS20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and TS20.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older A3300 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.