Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS45

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon A3400 IS versus Panasonic ZS45, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was launched 3 years earlier than the ZS45 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A3400 IS scores vs the ZS45 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A3400 IS comes with outside measurements 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 ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A3400 IS and the ZS45.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and ZS45 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and ZS45.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The older A3400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.