Panasonic TS3 vs Panasonic ZS50

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic TS3 versus Panasonic ZS50, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was released 4 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TS3 matches up vs the ZS50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 provides 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TS3 versus the ZS50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS3 and ZS50.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older TS3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.