Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung HZ15W
92 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Older Model is Panasonic TS2
- New Model is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB550

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS3 versus Samsung HZ15W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS3 was announced 2 years later than the HZ15W and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the TS3 matches up versus the HZ15W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Samsung HZ15W
TS3 | HZ15W | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Panasonic TS3
HZ15W | TS3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung HZ15W
TS3 | HZ15W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS3 features external measurements 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 Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS3 versus Samsung HZ15W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TS3 compared to the HZ15W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and HZ15W is 92 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and HZ15W.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger TS3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | WB550 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 pounds) | 249g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $380 | $330 |