Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS1

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic TS1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The GF3 was introduced 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GF3 matches up versus the TS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF3 features physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic TS1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GF3 versus the TS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and TS1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GF3 and TS1.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GF3 has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The younger GF3 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.