Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic ZS3

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was introduced 2 years after the ZS3 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SZ-12 matches up against the ZS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-12 has external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic ZS3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-12 and the ZS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and ZS3 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-12 and ZS3.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SZ-12 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent SZ-12 provides an advantage in sensor tech.