Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic TS20

Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic TS20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very well matched but the G3 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G3 was manufactured 6 months prior to the TS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the G3 scores vs the TS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G3 enjoys outside dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G3 and the TS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and TS20 is 83 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and TS20.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The G3 contains the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF simpler.