Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7/Panasonic-SZ7-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3/Panasonic-TS3-front.jpg)
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 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
- Announced August 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS2
- Successor is Panasonic TS4
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SZ7 was introduced 5 months later than the TS3 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the SZ7 matches up versus the TS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic TS3
SZ7 | TS3 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic SZ7
TS3 | SZ7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic TS3
SZ7 | TS3 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ7 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ7 vs the TS3.
![Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and TS3 is 95 and 92 respectively.
![Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and TS3.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ7 to deliver more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively.
![Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 197g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | 220 photos | 310 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $199 | $380 |