Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1
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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS10

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the A3400 IS (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A3400 IS was introduced 2 years later than the FH1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A3400 IS matches up versus the FH1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Panasonic FH1
A3400 IS | FH1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 26 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Canon A3400 IS
FH1 | A3400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic FH1
A3400 IS | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon A3400 IS enjoys physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the A3400 IS vs the FH1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3400 IS and FH1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and FH1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon A3400 IS to resolve greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer A3400 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lb) | 163 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 180 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $230 | $150 |