Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150
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Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS2
- Successor is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released February 2012

Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic TS3 and Sony WX150, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS3 was unveiled 6 months earlier than the WX150 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TS3 grades against the WX150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Sony WX150
TS3 | WX150 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Panasonic TS3
WX150 | TS3 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Sony WX150
TS3 | WX150 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS3 enjoys exterior 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) whilst the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS3 and Sony WX150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS3 against the WX150.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and WX150 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and WX150.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony WX150 to show extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively.

Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | 240 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $380 | $300 |