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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
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Imaging
37
Features
73
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
31
Overall
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

Panasonic FZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
  • 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
  • Released July 2015
  • Replaced the Panasonic FZ200
Panasonic TS3
(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
  • Launched August 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Older Model is Panasonic TS2
  • Newer Model is Panasonic TS4
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was unveiled 3 years later than the TS3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ300 grades vs the TS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Panasonic TS3

 FZ300 TS3 
LaunchedJuly 2015August 2011Fresher by 48 months
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic FZ300

 TS3 FZ300 

Common features in the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS3

 FZ300 TS3 

Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ300 offers physical measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ300 compared to the TS3.

Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and TS3 is 59 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ300 and TS3.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher FZ300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FZ300
Portrait photography with Panasonic TS3
46
manual focus
provides face detect focusing
exports RAW files
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FZ300 Street photography details
Panasonic TS3 Street photography details
59
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
supports focus by touch
environment proof
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
more heavy than competition in class (691g)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FZ300 Sports photography details
Panasonic TS3 Sports photography details
51
excellent zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
great max shutter speed (1/16,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
better than average battery power (380 CIPA)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
37
image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
better than average battery (310 per charge)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
very slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FZ300 Travel photography info
Panasonic TS3 Travel photography info
59
better than average battery power (380 per charge)
environment proof
supports focus by touch
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
pretty wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
more heavy than competition in class (691 grams)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
63
better than average battery (310 shots)
weather proof
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
resolution not great (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FZ300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS3 as a Landscape photography camera
52
manual focus
pretty wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
environment proof
better than average battery power (380 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
38
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
better than average battery (310 per charge)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FZ300
Vlogging with Panasonic TS3
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pretty wide (25mm)
selfie friendly display
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with microphone jack
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
more heavy than competition in class (691 grams)
31
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing mic support
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS3
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Otherwise known as - Lumix DMC-FT3
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2015-07-16 2011-08-16
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine 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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 49 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-600mm (24.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 1,440k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/16000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 12.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 691g (1.52 lbs) 197g (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
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
Battery life 380 shots 310 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $598 $380