Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Superseded the Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TS6 was released 5 years later than the ZR3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TS6 scores vs the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Panasonic ZR3
TS6 | ZR3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | January 2010 | Fresher by 61 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Panasonic TS6
ZR3 | TS6 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Panasonic ZR3
TS6 | ZR3 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 comes with external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TS6 compared to the ZR3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and ZR3 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and ZR3.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS6 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern TS6 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS6 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT6 | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 214g (0.47 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 370 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $280 |