Panasonic S3 vs Samsung TL500

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic S3 and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the S3 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The S3 was launched 6 months later than the TL500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S3 scores against the TL500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Samsung TL500. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S3 enjoys outside measurements 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 Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S3 and Samsung TL500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S3 versus the TL500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and TL500 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S3 and TL500.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S3 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic S3 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively.