Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below, we are evaluating the Canon N100 vs Panasonic ZS50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is very comparable but the N100 (1/1.7") and ZS50 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The N100 was announced 12 months before the ZS50 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the N100 grades versus the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon N100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon N100 enjoys external dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the N100 versus the ZS50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N100 and ZS50 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the N100 and ZS50.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The N100 includes the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged N100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.