Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS3

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS3, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was unveiled 3 years after the ZS3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the TS25 scores vs the ZS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS25 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TS25 and the ZS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and ZS3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TS25 and ZS3.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS25 to offer you more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger TS25 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.