Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS2
- Renewed by Panasonic TS4
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic SZ5 versus Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ5 was unveiled 12 months later than the TS3 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SZ5 scores against the TS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Panasonic TS3
SZ5 | TS3 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | August 2011 | More recent by 12 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic SZ5
TS3 | SZ5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Panasonic TS3
SZ5 | TS3 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ5 enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Panasonic SZ5 versus Panasonic TS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ5 versus the TS3.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and TS3 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ5 and TS3.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ5 to offer you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SZ5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lb) | 197 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 pictures | 310 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $195 | $380 |