Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced September 2012
- Replaced the Canon S100
- Newer Model is Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7

Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Canon S110 and Panasonic ZS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is relatively close but the S110 (1/1.7") and ZS3 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

The S110 was announced 3 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S110 scores against the ZS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S110 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Panasonic ZS3
S110 | ZS3 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 41 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Canon S110
ZS3 | S110 |
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Common features in the Canon S110 and Panasonic ZS3
S110 | ZS3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S110 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S110 and Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S110 against the ZS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S110 and ZS3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S110 and ZS3.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S110 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon S110 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger S110 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot S110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | 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 | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 198 gr (0.44 lb) | 229 gr (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $299 | $200 |