Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F 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
- Introduced August 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS2
- Successor is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS3 was released 17 months prior to the ST150F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TS3 grades vs the ST150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Samsung ST150F
TS3 | ST150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Panasonic TS3
ST150F | TS3 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 17 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung ST150F
TS3 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS3 has outside 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 ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TS3 and the ST150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and ST150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and ST150F.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung ST150F to render more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged TS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung ST150F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $380 | $300 |