Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic TS3

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was announced 17 months later than the TS3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH10 scores vs the TS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 enjoys exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 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).

See the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FH10 and the TS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and TS3 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and TS3.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH10 to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger FH10 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.