Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic 3D1

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was brought out 3 months before the 3D1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX230 HS scores against the 3D1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS provides physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the 3D1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and 3D1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and 3D1.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration.