Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic 3D1
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85 Imaging
35 Features
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Portability
93 Imaging
35 Features
36 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
36 Overall
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
Canon SX130 IS
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched August 2010
- Refreshed by Canon SX150 IS
Panasonic 3D1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced November 2011
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Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX130 IS versus Panasonic 3D1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX130 IS grades against the 3D1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Panasonic 3D1
| SX130 IS | 3D1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Canon SX130 IS
| 3D1 | SX130 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2011 |  | August 2010 | More modern by 14 months |
| Screen dimension | 3.5" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic 3D1
| SX130 IS | 3D1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS versus the 3D1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and 3D1 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and 3D1.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images but you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Canon SX130 IS
Portrait photography with Panasonic 3D1
you can focus manually
external flash not possible
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
includes face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (308g)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus by touch
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery (200 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
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lighter than others in class (308 grams)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
long reach (336mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
comes with focus by touch
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
terrible battery (200 shots)
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Canon SX130 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic 3D1 as a Landscape photography camera
you can focus manually
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
pretty wide (25mm)
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery (200 shots)
does not have Timelapse recording
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relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (308 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
pretty wide (25mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external microphone jack
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-08-19 | 2011-11-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 308 grams (0.68 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $250 | $670 |