Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4
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Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Launched August 2011
- Old Model is Panasonic GF2
- Replacement is Panasonic GF5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Replaced the Panasonic TS3
- Renewed by Panasonic TS5
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic TS4, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is fairly similar but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GF3 was manufactured 5 months before the TS4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GF3 grades against the TS4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Panasonic TS4
GF3 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Panasonic GF3
TS4 | GF3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic TS4
GF3 | TS4 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | January 2012 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF3 has got external measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the GF3 compared to the TS4.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF3 and TS4 is 90 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GF3 and TS4.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The GF3 includes the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-11 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 264 grams (0.58 lbs) | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 459 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 310 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $360 | $399 |