Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic XS1

Here, we are looking at the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was unveiled 24 months prior to the XS1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A3300 IS matches up vs the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A3300 IS vs the XS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and XS1.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older A3300 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.