Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S2000
92 Imaging
36 Features
31 Overall
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93 Imaging
33 Features
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Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S2000 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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Replaced the Panasonic TS2
- Renewed by Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic TS3 and Sony S2000, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe TS3 was introduced 20 months after the S2000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the TS3 scores against the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Sony S2000
TS3 | S2000 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Panasonic TS3
S2000 | TS3 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Sony S2000
TS3 | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS3 comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS3 and Sony S2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TS3 versus the S2000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS3 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and S2000.
All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS3 to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher TS3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $380 | $225 |