Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS25
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic TS25, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ3 was announced within a month of the TS25 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SZ3 grades vs the TS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Panasonic TS25
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Panasonic SZ3
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Common features in the Panasonic SZ3 and Panasonic TS25
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Introduced | January 2013 | January 2013 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ3 has outside 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 TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic SZ3 versus Panasonic TS25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ3 vs the TS25.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ3 and TS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and TS25.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 144 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | 250 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $150 | $180 |