Canon S100 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Canon S100 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 60 x 28mm
- Released December 2011
- Replaced the Canon S95
- Renewed by Canon S110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Canon S100 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon S100 versus Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S100 (12MP) and SZ3 (16MP) and the S100 (1/1.7") and SZ3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S100 was brought out 12 months earlier than the SZ3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S100 matches up versus the SZ3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon S100 vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S100 over the Panasonic SZ3
S100 | SZ3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Canon S100
SZ3 | S100 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | December 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Canon S100 and Panasonic SZ3
S100 | SZ3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon S100 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon S100 has outside measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Canon S100 versus Panasonic SZ3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S100 vs the SZ3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon S100 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and SZ3.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S100 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic SZ3 will render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older S100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon S100 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot S100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-12-22 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
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 surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (120, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (240, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 60 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 153 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $429 | $150 |