Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1
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93 Imaging
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Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced November 2011

Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The N was introduced 15 months later than the 3D1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the N grades vs the 3D1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Panasonic 3D1
N | 3D1 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | November 2011 | More recent by 15 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Canon N
3D1 | N | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Common features in the Canon N and Panasonic 3D1
N | 3D1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon N features exterior dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the N versus the 3D1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and 3D1.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger N is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G touch | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 gr (0.43 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 200 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $299 | $670 |