Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT10
(Full Review)
- 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
- Announced May 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS10 versus Panasonic ZS3, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS10 was launched 9 months later than the ZS3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TS10 grades against the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Panasonic ZS3
TS10 | ZS3 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | May 2009 | Fresher by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Panasonic TS10
ZS3 | TS10 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Panasonic ZS3
TS10 | ZS3 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS10 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS10 versus Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS10 versus the ZS3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and ZS3 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and ZS3.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic TS10 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent TS10 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS10 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT10 | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-21 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
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 | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 229g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $249 | $200 |