Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic ZS3

Let's look closer at the Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was launched 5 years later than the ZS3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX410 IS grades vs the ZS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX410 IS enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SX410 IS and the ZS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and ZS3 is 80 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and ZS3.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX410 IS to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer SX410 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.