Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic 3D1

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was launched 4 months later than the 3D1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX240 HS scores vs the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS offers outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS and the 3D1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and 3D1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and 3D1.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration.