Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic TS4

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic S3 and Panasonic TS4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3 was revealed 13 months prior to the TS4 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S3 matches up vs the TS4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S3 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S3 and Panasonic TS4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S3 versus the TS4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3 and TS4 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3 and TS4.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic S3 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.