Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic TS3

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS25 versus Panasonic TS3, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was manufactured 17 months later than the TS3 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TS25 scores against the TS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS25 comes with external measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS25 versus the TS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and TS3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS25 and TS3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern TS25 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.