Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic ZR3
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Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon SD940 IS versus Panasonic ZR3, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SD940 IS was introduced 5 months prior to the ZR3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SD940 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SD940 IS scores vs the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Panasonic ZR3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Canon SD940 IS
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Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Panasonic ZR3
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Released | August 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SD940 IS enjoys physical measurements of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD940 IS versus Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SD940 IS and the ZR3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD940 IS and ZR3 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD940 IS and ZR3.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZR3 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.
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Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-19 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lb) | 159 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $299 | $280 |