Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1
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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the A3400 IS (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A3400 IS was released 2 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A3400 IS grades vs the ZR1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Panasonic ZR1
A3400 IS | ZR1 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Canon A3400 IS
ZR1 | A3400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic ZR1
A3400 IS | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon A3400 IS offers outside dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the A3400 IS vs the ZR1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and ZR1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3400 IS and ZR1.
Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon A3400 IS to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent A3400 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $230 | $280 |