Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic TS6

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic TS3 and Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the TS6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TS3 matches up against the TS6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS3 provides outer measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

See the Panasonic TS3 and Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TS3 compared to the TS6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and TS6 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and TS6.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS6 to give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older TS3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.