Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic TS3

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic TS3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was manufactured 18 months after the TS3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the XZ-10 grades against the TS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 has got outside measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic TS3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the XZ-10 against the TS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and TS3 is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-10 and TS3.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer XZ-10 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.