Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FZ2500

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon A3400 IS versus Panasonic FZ2500, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the A3400 IS (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The A3400 IS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the FZ2500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon A3400 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A3400 IS scores versus the FZ2500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The full galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A3400 IS features physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ2500 has proportions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") having a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the A3400 IS compared to the FZ2500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and FZ2500 is 96 and 53 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and FZ2500.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3400 IS using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic FZ2500 will resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older A3400 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.