Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS1
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS2

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was launched 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 3D1 grades vs the TS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Panasonic TS1
3D1 | TS1 | |||
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Released | November 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 34 months |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic 3D1
TS1 | 3D1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic TS1
3D1 | TS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 features external dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Panasonic 3D1 versus Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 3D1 vs the TS1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and TS1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and TS1.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern 3D1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-11-07 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) | 189 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $670 | $380 |