Clicky

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33
Canon PowerShot A810 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs

Canon A810
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched February 2012
Panasonic ZS3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Launched May 2009
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview

Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon A810 and Panasonic ZS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the A810 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

The A810 was announced 2 years later than the ZS3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the A810 scores against the ZS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Panasonic ZS3

 A810 ZS3 
LaunchedFebruary 2012May 2009Fresher by 34 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Canon A810

 ZS3 A810 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Canon A810 and Panasonic ZS3

 A810 ZS3 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Canon A810 and Panasonic ZS3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the A810 and the ZS3.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and ZS3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 top view buttons comparison

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and ZS3.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon A810 to offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent A810 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 sensor size comparison

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A810 Portrait photography details
Panasonic ZS3 Portrait photography details
34
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
19
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Street Comparison

Canon A810 Street photography advice
Panasonic ZS3 Street photography advice
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (229g)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Sports Comparison

Canon A810 Sports photography advice
Panasonic ZS3 Sports photography advice
40
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
24
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon A810
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS3
65
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
63
lighter than competitors in class (229g)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low MP (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Landscape Comparison

Canon A810 Landscape photography information
Panasonic ZS3 Landscape photography information
38
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
35
rather wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Vlogging Comparison

Canon A810 Vlogging features
Panasonic ZS3 Vlogging features
31
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
30
rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (229 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Canon A810 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A810 and Panasonic ZS3
 Canon PowerShot A810Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon PowerShot A810 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3
Also called - Lumix DMC-TZ7
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-02-07 2009-05-14
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format H.264 AVCHD Lite
Mic 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 171g (0.38 lbs) 229g (0.50 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 220 shots -
Battery style AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $99 $200