Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS25

Let's look closer at the Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS25, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was released 17 months before the ZS25 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TS3 scores vs the ZS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS3 features external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the TS3 versus the ZS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and ZS25 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and ZS25.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS25 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older TS3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.