Panasonic TS3 vs Sony H50

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic TS3 and Sony H50, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and H50 (9MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was manufactured 2 years after the H50 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS3 matches up against the H50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS3 has got outside measurements 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 Sony H50 has dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS3 and Sony H50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TS3 against the H50.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and H50 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and H50.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS3 to result in greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer TS3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.