Panasonic TS3 vs Sony A7c

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic TS3 vs Sony A7c, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and A7c (24MP) and the TS3 (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The TS3 was unveiled 10 years before the A7c which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TS3 matches up versus the A7c in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 provides outer 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) while the Sony A7c has measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TS3 vs the A7c.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and A7c is 92 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and A7c.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TS3 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7c will provide you with extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged TS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.