Panasonic GX850 vs Panasonic TS3

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GX850 vs Panasonic TS3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX850 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) and the GX850 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX850 was brought out 5 years later than the TS3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the GX850 grades vs the TS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX850 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GX850 enjoys physical dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GX850 versus the TS3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX850 and TS3 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX850 and TS3.

As you can see, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX850 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic GX850 will produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer GX850 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.