Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 289g - 105 x 68 x 36mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3

Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the N100 (1/1.7") and ZR3 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

The N100 was launched 4 years later than the ZR3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the N100 grades versus the ZR3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon N100 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N100 over the Panasonic ZR3
N100 | ZR3 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 49 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Canon N100
ZR3 | N100 |
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Common features in the Canon N100 and Panasonic ZR3
N100 | ZR3 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon N100 features outer dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the N100 compared to the ZR3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the N100 and ZR3 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the N100 and ZR3.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N100 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic ZR3 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher N100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot N100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 lb) | 159 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 68 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 330 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-12L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $349 | $280 |