Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung DV150F

The following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic TS3 versus Samsung DV150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was launched 17 months before the DV150F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS3 matches up against the DV150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic TS3 versus Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TS3 versus the DV150F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and DV150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and DV150F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung DV150F to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TS3 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.