Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic TS3

Lets look more in depth at the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic TS3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is very close but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and TS3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The SX120 IS was announced 24 months earlier than the TS3 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX120 IS grades against the TS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS has physical measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic TS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX120 IS vs the TS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and TS3 is 87 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and TS3.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic TS3 will provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.