Panasonic S3 vs Sony TF1

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic S3 vs Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3 was unveiled 3 years prior to the TF1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the S3 grades against the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S3 has got outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3 vs the TF1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S3 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3 and TF1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TF1 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.