Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic TS20

Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was unveiled 2 months earlier than the TS20 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 3D1 grades against the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 has exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic 3D1 versus Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 3D1 and the TS20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and TS20 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and TS20.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS20 to give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.