Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS3
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z7
(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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS2
- Replacement is Panasonic TS4
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic TS3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and TS3 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and TS3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z7 II was released 9 years later than the TS3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z7 II grades versus the TS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic TS3
Z7 II | TS3 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | August 2011 | More recent by 112 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Clearer display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Nikon Z7 II
TS3 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic TS3
Z7 II | TS3 | |||
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Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II features external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has dimensions 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 the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic TS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Z7 II against the TS3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and TS3 is 61 and 92 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and TS3.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will offer more detail as a result of its extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z7 II is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lbs) | 197g (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 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 | 420 pictures | 310 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail price | $2,997 | $380 |