Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Successor is Panasonic TS2
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Panasonic ZS3
TS1 | ZS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Panasonic TS1
ZS3 | TS1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Panasonic ZS3
TS1 | ZS3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | May 2009 | Same age | |
Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT1 | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189 gr (0.42 lb) | 229 gr (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $380 | $200 |