Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic TS25

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic TS25, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the G3 (Four Thirds) and TS25 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The G3 was introduced 18 months before the TS25 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G3 scores vs the TS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G3 offers physical dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic TS25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G3 versus the TS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and TS25 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and TS25.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G3 provides the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged G3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.