Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- 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

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was unveiled 7 months later than the 3D1 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX150 IS grades against the 3D1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Panasonic 3D1
SX150 IS | 3D1 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | November 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Canon SX150 IS
3D1 | SX150 IS | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic 3D1
SX150 IS | 3D1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS provides outer measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has sizing of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the 3D1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and 3D1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and 3D1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX150 IS to render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2011-11-07 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 | 130 photographs | 200 photographs |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $249 | $670 |