Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic TS3

Here is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was announced within a month of the TS3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR100 grades vs the TS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the TS3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and TS3 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and TS3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.