Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3
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57 Overall
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92 Imaging
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Revealed April 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Announced August 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS2
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS4
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FZ150 was manufactured 8 months after the TS3 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FZ150 scores against the TS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Panasonic TS3
FZ150 | TS3 | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | August 2011 | Newer by 8 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic FZ150
TS3 | FZ150 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS3
FZ150 | TS3 | |||
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Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic TS3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ150 vs the TS3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and TS3 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and TS3.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern FZ150 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-04-11 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 528 grams (1.16 lbs) | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 310 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $499 | $380 |