Canon D10 vs Panasonic S3

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon D10 vs Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The D10 was launched 18 months earlier than the S3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the D10 matches up vs the S3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon D10 offers outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Canon D10 vs Panasonic S3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the D10 versus the S3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D10 and S3 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D10 and S3.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic S3 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older D10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.