Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS35

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic TS3 versus Panasonic ZS35, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was manufactured 3 years prior to the ZS35 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TS3 matches up vs the ZS35 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 features outer dimensions 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 ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the TS3 compared to the ZS35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS3 and ZS35 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and ZS35.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic ZS35 to provide extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older TS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.