Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic TS3

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G2 and Panasonic TS3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty close but the G2 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The G2 was unveiled 13 months before the TS3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G2 scores against the TS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G2 against the TS3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G2 and TS3 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G2 and TS3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizes. The G2 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged G2 will be behind in sensor tech.