Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic TS3

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic TS3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is very similar but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The GF2 was brought out 5 months before the TS3 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the GF2 grades vs the TS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF2 and Panasonic TS3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GF2 against the TS3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and TS3 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF2 and TS3.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The GF2 offers the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult.