Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic TS3
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Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Replacement is Panasonic G2
(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
- Revealed August 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS2
- New Model is Panasonic TS4
Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic G1 versus Panasonic TS3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is fairly close but the G1 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe G1 was launched 3 years earlier than the TS3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G1 grades versus the TS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Panasonic TS3
G1 | TS3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic G1
TS3 | G1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
Common features in the Panasonic G1 and Panasonic TS3
G1 | TS3 | |||
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Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G1 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic G1 versus Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 versus the TS3.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G1 and TS3 is 82 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 and TS3.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The G1 features the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The more aged G1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-19 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 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 | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 360g (0.79 pounds) | 197g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 53 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 463 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 310 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $380 |