Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1
94 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
- New Model is Panasonic TS2

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FH3 was revealed 12 months later than the TS1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FH3 matches up against the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Panasonic TS1
FH3 | TS1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic FH3
TS1 | FH3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic TS1
FH3 | TS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FH3 versus the TS1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and TS1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and TS1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH3 to show greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer FH3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS11 | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 | 165 grams (0.36 lb) | 189 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $160 | $380 |