Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed May 2016
(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
- Released November 2011

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was introduced 4 years after the 3D1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX620 HS matches up against the 3D1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Panasonic 3D1
SX620 HS | 3D1 | |||
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Released | May 2016 | ![]() | November 2011 | More modern by 55 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Canon SX620 HS
3D1 | SX620 HS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic 3D1
SX620 HS | 3D1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX620 HS comes with external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and 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).
Check out the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the 3D1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and 3D1.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to give you more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2016-05-10 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 photographs | 200 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $279 | $670 |