Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung TL100
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35 Features
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91 Imaging
34 Features
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung TL100 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
- Launched August 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Old Model is Panasonic TS2
- Successor is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternative Name is ST50
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope Camera Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS3 versus Samsung TL100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS3 was launched 2 years after the TL100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TS3 matches up against the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Samsung TL100
| TS3 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Panasonic TS3
| TL100 | TS3 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung TL100
| TS3 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 provides exterior dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS3 versus Samsung TL100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TS3 versus the TL100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and TL100.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger TS3 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung TL100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung TL100 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | ST50 |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 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 |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) | 219 grams (0.48 lbs) |
| 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 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 pictures | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $380 | $22 |