Panasonic TS20 vs Sony G3
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony G3 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic TS20 versus Sony G3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TS20 was launched 3 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TS20 matches up vs the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Sony G3
TS20 | G3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Panasonic TS20
G3 | TS20 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Sony G3
TS20 | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 comes with outside dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic TS20 versus Sony G3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TS20 vs the G3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS20 and G3.
All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS20 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher TS20 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $179 | $200 |