Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS3

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS3, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and TS3 (12MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The LX100 II was brought out 7 years later than the TS3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the LX100 II scores against the TS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II features exterior measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX100 II vs Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the LX100 II vs the TS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and TS3 is 81 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The visual below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 II and TS3.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will provide greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer LX100 II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.