Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A380
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced November 2011
(Full Review)
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Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A380, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the A380 (14MP) is very well matched but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 3D1 was introduced 2 years later than the A380 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the 3D1 scores versus the A380 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Sony A380
| 3D1 | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2011 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 27 months |
| Display sizing | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Panasonic 3D1
| A380 | 3D1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony A380
| 3D1 | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys exterior measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A380 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 3D1 vs the A380.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and A380 is 93 and 68 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and A380.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A380 will resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent 3D1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A380 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2011-11-07 | 2009-08-24 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
| Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 143 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lb) | 519 gr (1.14 lb) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 67 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 614 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 200 photographs | 500 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $670 | $899 |
