Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic XS1

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic XS1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was released 17 months prior to the XS1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TS3 scores against the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS3 has got outside 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) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS3 and the XS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS3 and XS1 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and XS1.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic XS1 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older TS3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.