Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30
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Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS2
- Later Model is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS25
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS35
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic TS3 versus Panasonic ZS30, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS3 was introduced 17 months prior to the ZS30 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS3 scores vs the ZS30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Panasonic ZS30
TS3 | ZS30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Panasonic TS3
ZS30 | TS3 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | August 2011 | More modern by 17 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Panasonic ZS30
TS3 | ZS30 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS3 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TS3 and the ZS30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and ZS30 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS3 and ZS30.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to produce extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged TS3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT3 | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lbs) | 198g (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $380 | $250 |