Panasonic TS3 vs Sony W620

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic TS3 and Sony W620, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was brought out 4 months earlier than the W620 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TS3 grades versus the W620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 comes with 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) and the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TS3 and the W620.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and W620 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and W620.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W620 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.