Canon S120 vs Panasonic TS3

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon S120 versus Panasonic TS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S120 (1/1.7") and TS3 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The S120 was announced 2 years later than the TS3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S120 matches up versus the TS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S120 vs the TS3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and TS3 is 92 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and TS3.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The S120 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF easier. The younger S120 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.