Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3
94 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-5.3) lens
- 175g - 100 x 54 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2010
- Alternative Name is IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(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
- Introduced August 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Superseded the Panasonic TS2
- Updated by Panasonic TS4

Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SD4000 IS and Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD4000 IS was unveiled 12 months before the TS3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SD4000 IS scores vs the TS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Panasonic TS3
SD4000 IS | TS3 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Canon SD4000 IS
TS3 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Panasonic TS3
SD4000 IS | TS3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS features outside dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Canon SD4000 IS and Panasonic TS3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the TS3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SD4000 IS and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and TS3.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS3 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SD4000 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD4000 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also called | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-08-02 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 197 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 310 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $300 | $380 |