Canon S110 vs Panasonic 3D1

Here, we will be looking at the Canon S110 and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the S110 (1/1.7") and 3D1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The S110 was released 11 months later than the 3D1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the S110 matches up versus the 3D1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are available at Canon S110 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon S110 provides physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S110 and Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S110 against the 3D1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S110 and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and 3D1.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The S110 has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern S110 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.