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Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
29
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs

Panasonic SZ3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2013
Panasonic TS20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2012
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was brought out 12 months after the TS20 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ3 matches up versus the TS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Panasonic TS20

 SZ3 TS20 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Panasonic SZ3

 TS20 SZ3 

Common features in the Panasonic SZ3 and Panasonic TS20

 SZ3 TS20 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ3 and the TS20.

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ3 and TS20 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ3 and TS20.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of images however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ3 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 sensor size comparison

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic SZ3 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic TS20 Portrait photography advice
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good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
30
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic SZ3 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS20 as a Street photography camera
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
67
image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
lighter than average in class (142g)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic SZ3 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS20 as a Sports photography camera
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
features tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
41
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic SZ3 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS20 as a Travel photography camera
71
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
good megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
great zoom (250mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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lighter than average in class (142g)
environment sealing
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic SZ3 Landscape photography information
Panasonic TS20 Landscape photography information
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fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
41
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
environment sealing
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic SZ3 Vlogging features
Panasonic TS20 Vlogging features
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fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone port
31
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (142g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic port
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic SZ3 and Panasonic TS20
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-FT20
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2013-01-07 2012-01-31
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 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 23 23
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-250mm (10.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focus range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.10 m 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126 grams (0.28 lb) 142 grams (0.31 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 250 shots 250 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $150 $179