Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Superseded the Panasonic TS2
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The TS3 was introduced 12 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the TS3 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TS3 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Panasonic TS3
Galaxy Camera 3G | TS3 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TS3 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 enjoys 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TS3 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged TS3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lb) | 305 gr (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $380 | $606 |