Panasonic SZ5 vs Panasonic TS3

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.