Panasonic TS10 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Panasonic TS10 vs Sony NEX-F3 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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT10
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Launched August 2012
- Old Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-3N
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Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS10 and Sony NEX-F3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively close but the TS10 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS10 was introduced 3 years before the NEX-F3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the TS10 matches up versus the NEX-F3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Panasonic TS10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Sony NEX-F3
| TS10 | NEX-F3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Panasonic TS10
| NEX-F3 | TS10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2012 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Sony NEX-F3
| TS10 | NEX-F3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic TS10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS10 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS10 and Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TS10 against the NEX-F3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and NEX-F3 is 93 and 86 respectively.
Panasonic TS10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS10 and NEX-F3.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS10 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-F3 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged TS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT10 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2010-01-21 | 2012-08-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 188g (0.41 lbs) | 314g (0.69 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1114 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 470 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $249 | $470 |