Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Panasonic TS3
SZ8 | TS3 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | August 2011 | Newer by 30 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic SZ8
TS3 | SZ8 |
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Common features in the Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic TS3
SZ8 | TS3 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | 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.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.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.
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.
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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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 |