Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic SZ1

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was brought out about the same time to the SZ1 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A3400 IS matches up versus the SZ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A3400 IS features external 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) and the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the A3400 IS and the SZ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3400 IS and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A3400 IS and SZ1.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images however you should consider the release date of the cameras into account.