Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6
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Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Released August 2011
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF2
- Successor is Panasonic GF5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS5
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic TS6, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) and the GF3 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GF3 was released 4 years earlier than the TS6 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the GF3 scores vs the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Panasonic TS6
GF3 | TS6 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Panasonic GF3
TS6 | GF3 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | August 2011 | Newer by 41 months |
Common features in the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic TS6
GF3 | TS6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 features external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic TS6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the GF3 against the TS6.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and TS6 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and TS6.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF3 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS6 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged GF3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-08-11 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 264g (0.58 lbs) | 214g (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 459 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 370 pictures |
Form 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 | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $360 | $300 |