Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS45

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic S3 and Panasonic ZS45, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3 was released 5 years prior to the ZS45 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S3 scores against the ZS45 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S3 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S3 and Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S3 and the ZS45.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and ZS45 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S3 and ZS45.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS45 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged S3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.