Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic TS3

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic TS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and TS3 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was announced 3 years before the TS3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-FC100 scores against the TS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC100 features physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the TS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and TS3.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS3 to render greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.