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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
92 Imaging
39 Features
50 Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Introduced May 2012
Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Launched August 2011
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Older Model is Panasonic TS2
  • Newer Model is Panasonic TS4
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was launched 10 months later than the TS3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-ZR300 grades versus the TS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Panasonic TS3

		

		

			
 EX-ZR300 TS3 
LaunchedMay 2012August 2011Fresher by 10 months
Focus manually  Very exact focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Casio EX-ZR300

		

		

			
 TS3 EX-ZR300 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic TS3

		

		

			
 EX-ZR300 TS3 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen  Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display  Lack of Touch friendly display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 features outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR300 vs the TS3.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and TS3 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and TS3.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
	
			Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Casio EX-ZR300 as a Portrait photography camera
 Panasonic TS3 as a Portrait photography camera
39
 focusing manually
 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 can't use external flash
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 has no RAW files
21
 lack of manual focus
 no manual control
 cannot use external flash
 sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison
 Casio EX-ZR300 as a Street photography camera
 Panasonic TS3 as a Street photography camera
62
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 lighter than competition (205 grams)
 screen is fixed
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 has no RAW files
61
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 environment proofing
 screen does not articulate
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison
Casio EX-ZR300 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic TS3 Sports photography highlights
55
 long zoom range (24-300mm  12.5 x zoom)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 offers tracking focus
 great battery (500 shots)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 has no phase detect auto focus
37
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 comes with tracking autofocus
 environment proofing
 great battery (310 shots)
 low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
 very slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
 no shutter priority mode
 sensor resolution not great (12MP)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison
Casio EX-ZR300 Travel photography advice
Panasonic TS3 Travel photography advice
71
 great battery (500 CIPA)
 lighter than competition (205 grams)
 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 has built in flash
 pretty wide (24mm)
 great reach (300mm)
 missing Time Lapse mode
 screen is not selfie friendly
 slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
63
 great battery (310 CIPA)
 environment proofing
 flash built-in
 rather wide (28mm)
 doesn't have Timelapse recording
 sensor resolution not great (12MP)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison
Casio EX-ZR300 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic TS3 Landscape photography highlights
52
 focusing manually
 pretty wide (24mm)
 screen size is good (3")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
 great battery (500 per charge)
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 has no RAW files
 missing Time Lapse mode
38
 rather wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 environment proofing
 great battery (310 shots)
 lack of manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
 screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
 no manual control
 sensor resolution not great (12MP)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
 doesn't have Timelapse recording
Photography Glossary
Vlogging Comparison
Casio EX-ZR300 Vlogging factors
Panasonic TS3 Vlogging factors
33
 pretty wide (24mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 lighter than competition (205 grams)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 missing mic support
31
 rather wide (28mm)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 doesn't have external microphone support
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic TS3
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR300Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Also called - Lumix DMC-FT3
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Introduced 2012-05-22 2011-08-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine HS Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW data    
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Touch to focus    
Autofocus continuous    
Single autofocus    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection focus    
Contract detection focus    
Phase detection focus    
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-300mm (12.5x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch functionality    
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate - 4.0 frames per second
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range 4.70 m 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye 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
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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
Environmental sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 205 gr (0.45 lbs) 197 gr (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 500 photos 310 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-130 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $329 $380