Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3
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Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 6000
(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
- Released August 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Older Model is Panasonic TS2
- Later Model is Panasonic TS4

Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus 6000 versus Panasonic TS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 6000 was launched 3 years before the TS3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 6000 grades vs the TS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Panasonic TS3
6000 | TS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Olympus 6000
TS3 | 6000 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Panasonic TS3
6000 | TS3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6000 has external dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst 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).
Analyze the Olympus 6000 versus Panasonic TS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 6000 vs the TS3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6000 and TS3.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS3 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older 6000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6000 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also called as | mju Tough 6000 | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-07-01 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 grams (0.39 lb) | 197 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 310 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $259 | $380 |