Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS3

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty similar but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The GF3 was revealed around the same time to the TS3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the GF3 matches up versus the TS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 provides physical dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GF3 and the TS3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and TS3 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF3 and TS3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor measurements. The GF3 provides the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult.