Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic ZS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ1 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ1 was introduced 2 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SZ1 matches up vs the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Panasonic ZS3
SZ1 | ZS3 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | May 2009 | Newer by 33 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Panasonic SZ1
ZS3 | SZ1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic ZS3
SZ1 | ZS3 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ1 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ1 against the ZS3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and ZS3 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and ZS3.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic SZ1 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer SZ1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 pounds) | 229g (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" 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 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $179 | $200 |