Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was manufactured 3 months prior to the ZS3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the TS1 grades against the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS1 has external dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TS1 against the ZS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and ZS3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and ZS3.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic TS1 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively.