Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2/Panasonic-S2-front.jpg)
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Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ7
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Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic S2 versus Panasonic ZS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The S2 was manufactured 2 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S2 scores versus the ZS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Panasonic ZS3
S2 | ZS3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 33 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Panasonic S2
ZS3 | S2 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic S2 and Panasonic ZS3
S2 | ZS3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S2 has got external measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic S2 versus Panasonic ZS3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S2 compared to the ZS3.
![Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 size comparison Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and ZS3 is 96 and 91 respectively.
![Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 top view buttons comparison Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2 and ZS3.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic S2 to result in greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher S2 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 sensor size comparison Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 112 gr (0.25 pounds) | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | 280 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $109 | $200 |