Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S980

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S980, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was introduced 2 years after the S980 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS3 grades vs the S980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS3 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS3 vs Sony S980 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TS3 and the S980.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS3 and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS3 and S980.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent TS3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.