Panasonic TS3 vs Sony WX220

Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic TS3 and Sony WX220, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was unveiled 3 years prior to the WX220 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TS3 matches up against the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS3 enjoys outer dimensions 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 WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS3 and Sony WX220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TS3 against the WX220.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and WX220 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS3 and WX220.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX220 to produce extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older TS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.