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Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
31
Overall
34

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

Panasonic LS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
  • Introduced July 2011
Panasonic TS3
(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
  • Launched August 2011
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Superseded the Panasonic TS2
  • Updated by Panasonic TS4
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Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic LS5 versus Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was manufactured around the same time to the TS3 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the LS5 scores against the TS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Panasonic TS3

 LS5 TS3 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic LS5

 TS3 LS5 

Common features in the Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic TS3

 LS5 TS3 
LaunchedJuly 2011August 2011Same generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display size
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LS5 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has proportions 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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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the LS5 vs the TS3.

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and TS3.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic LS5 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic LS5 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS3 as a Portrait photography camera
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decent sensor resolution (14MP)
features face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic LS5 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS3 as a Street photography camera
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (126g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic LS5
Sports photography with Panasonic TS3
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (160 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
38
image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery (310 shots)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
max fps low (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic LS5 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic TS3 Travel photography highlights
65
lighter than others (126g)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery power (160 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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better than average battery (310 CIPA)
weather proofing
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic LS5
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS3
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rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
terrible battery power (160 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse recording
38
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
better than average battery (310 CIPA)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic LS5 Vlogging advice
Panasonic TS3 Vlogging advice
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rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
lighter than others (126 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
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rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lack of mic support
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Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic LS5 and Panasonic TS3
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Also called - Lumix DMC-FT3
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-07-21 2011-08-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT Color LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.60 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126g (0.28 lbs) 197g (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 160 images 310 images
Form of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $294 $380