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Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
31
Overall
36
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
31
Overall
33

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

Panasonic SZ8
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2014
Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • 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 referred to as Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Previous Model is Panasonic TS2
  • Later Model is Panasonic TS4
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic SZ8 versus Panasonic TS3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was launched 2 years after the TS3 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SZ8 scores against the TS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Panasonic TS3

 SZ8 TS3 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014August 2011Newer by 30 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic SZ8

 TS3 SZ8 

Common features in the Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic TS3

 SZ8 TS3 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 has got outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic SZ8 versus Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ8 against the TS3.

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ8 and TS3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ8 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SZ8 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic SZ8 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic TS3 Portrait photography factors
35
good MP (16MP)
includes face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic SZ8 Street photography features
Panasonic TS3 Street photography features
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (159g)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic SZ8 Sports photography details
Panasonic TS3 Sports photography details
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery power (200 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
37
has image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
good battery power (310 shots)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic SZ8 Travel photography features
Panasonic TS3 Travel photography features
67
lighter than competition (159g)
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
missing Timelapse mode
bad battery power (200 per charge)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
63
good battery power (310 shots)
weather proofing
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic SZ8
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS3
42
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
bad battery power (200 CIPA)
missing Timelapse mode
38
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
good battery power (310 per charge)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic SZ8 Vlogging advice
Panasonic TS3 Vlogging advice
32
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
lighter than competition (159g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
31
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have mic port
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic TS3
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Alternative name - Lumix DMC-FT3
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Announced 2014-01-06 2011-08-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine 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 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-288mm (12.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-6.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.20 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 159 grams (0.35 lb) 197 grams (0.43 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 200 pictures 310 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $275 $380