Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic TS3

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic TS3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was announced 3 years before the TS3 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FS15 matches up vs the TS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS15 versus the TS3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and TS3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and TS3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files but you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.