Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS25

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon A3400 IS versus Panasonic ZS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was announced 11 months prior to the ZS25 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A3400 IS matches up against the ZS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A3400 IS offers outer measurements 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 ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon A3400 IS versus Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A3400 IS compared to the ZS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and ZS25 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and ZS25.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged A3400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.