Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic 3D1

Lets look closer at the Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the 3D1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX700 HS matches up against the 3D1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX700 HS features outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX700 HS versus the 3D1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and 3D1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and 3D1.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer SX700 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.