Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300 Key Specs
(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
- Announced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 632g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Revealed January 2008
- New Model is Sony A330
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the A300 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 3D1 was announced 3 years later than the A300 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 3D1 grades versus the A300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony A300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Sony A300
3D1 | A300 | |||
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Revealed | November 2011 | January 2008 | Fresher by 46 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A300 over the Panasonic 3D1
A300 | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony A300
3D1 | A300 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 features outside measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A300 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 versus the A300.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and A300 is 93 and 64 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and A300.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 3D1 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic 3D1 will give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent 3D1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A300 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2011-11-07 | 2008-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) | 632 grams (1.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 538 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Compact Flash |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $670 | $0 |