Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic ZS40

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was released 4 years earlier than the ZS40 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A3300 IS scores versus the ZS40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic ZS40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the ZS40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and ZS40 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and ZS40.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged A3300 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.