Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS10

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic TS10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was unveiled 3 years after the TS10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SZ3 grades against the TS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic TS10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ3 versus the TS10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ3 and TS10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and TS10.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic SZ3 to produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher SZ3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.