Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3/Panasonic-TS3-front.jpg)
![Samsung EX2F front Samsung EX2F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-EX2F/Samsung-EX2F-front.jpg)
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F 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
- Revealed August 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Replaced the Panasonic TS2
- New Model is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very similar but the TS3 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor sizing.
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The TS3 was introduced 16 months earlier than the EX2F making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the TS3 matches up vs the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Samsung EX2F
TS3 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Panasonic TS3
EX2F | TS3 | |||
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Introduced | December 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 16 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung EX2F
TS3 | EX2F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS3 has external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the TS3 compared to the EX2F.
![Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F size comparison Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-vs-Samsung-EX2F-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.
![Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F top view buttons comparison Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-vs-Samsung-EX2F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and EX2F.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The TS3 features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF harder. The more aged TS3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F sensor size comparison Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-vs-Samsung-EX2F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS3-vs-Samsung-EX2F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung EX2F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lbs) | 294g (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $380 | $478 |