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Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs

Panasonic S3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Released January 2011
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
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Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic S3 versus Panasonic ZS10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S3 was revealed very close to the ZS10 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S3 matches up against the ZS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Panasonic ZS10

 S3 ZS10 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Panasonic S3

 ZS10 S3 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Panasonic S3 and Panasonic ZS10

 S3 ZS10 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar age
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S3 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

See the Panasonic S3 versus Panasonic ZS10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S3 compared to the ZS10.

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S3 and ZS10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3 and ZS10.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S3 Portrait photography details
Panasonic ZS10 Portrait photography details
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
30
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S3 Street photography information
Panasonic ZS10 Street photography information
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117g)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch to focus
lighter than competition in class (219 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S3 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZS10 Sports photography factors
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
47
amazing zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (260 per charge)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S3 Travel photography details
Panasonic ZS10 Travel photography details
68
lighter than competition (117g)
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
67
lighter than competition in class (219 grams)
includes touch to focus
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very long reach (384mm)
no Timelapse recording
not so great battery pack (260 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S3 Landscape photography info
Panasonic ZS10 Landscape photography info
38
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
42
fairly wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
not so great battery pack (260 shots)
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic S3
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS10
31
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic socket
34
fairly wide (24mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (219 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
no microphone support
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Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S3 and Panasonic ZS10
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
Also called - Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2011-01-25
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine IV Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 11 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/1600s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.30 m 5.00 m
Flash settings 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
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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 117g (0.26 lb) 219g (0.48 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 250 photos 260 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $110 $350