Panasonic GM5 vs Panasonic TS3

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic GM5 and Panasonic TS3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) and the GM5 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The GM5 was introduced 3 years after the TS3 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GM5 matches up vs the TS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM5 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the GM5 and the TS3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GM5 and TS3 is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GM5 and TS3.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GM5 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will resolve greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher GM5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.