Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic TS10

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S3 and Panasonic TS10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3 was released 12 months after the TS10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S3 scores versus the TS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S3 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S3 and Panasonic TS10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S3 compared to the TS10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S3 and TS10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3 and TS10.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.