Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3
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Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Released September 2012
- Replaced the Canon S100
- Updated by Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Announced August 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Old Model is Panasonic TS2
- Successor is Panasonic TS4

Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon S110 and Panasonic TS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty similar but the S110 (1/1.7") and TS3 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

The S110 was released 14 months after the TS3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S110 matches up vs the TS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S110 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S110 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Panasonic TS3
S110 | TS3 | |||
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Announced | September 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 14 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Canon S110
TS3 | S110 |
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Common features in the Canon S110 and Panasonic TS3
S110 | TS3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon S110 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S110 and Panasonic TS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S110 against the TS3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S110 and TS3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and TS3.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The S110 includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The fresher S110 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) | 197 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 310 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $299 | $380 |