Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZR3

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon S110 and Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the S110 (1/1.7") and ZR3 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The S110 was unveiled 2 years later than the ZR3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S110 grades vs the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon S110 features outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S110 against the ZR3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S110 and ZR3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S110 and ZR3.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S110 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZR3 will resolve extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent S110 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.